For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,614 students in 85086, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85086, AZ are Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Anthem School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85086, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diamond Canyon School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
40004 N Liberty Bell Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Gr: PK-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Gavilan Peak School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2701 W Memorial Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Anthem School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41020 N Freedom Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Gr: PK-8 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Sunset Ridge School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35707 N 33rd Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Gr: PK-8 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Desert Mountain School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35959 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85086, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85086, AZ include Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Anthem School.
How many public preschools are located in 85086?
5 public preschools are located in 85086.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086?
85086 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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