For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 786 students in 85716, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85716, AZ are Cragin Elementary School, Robison Elementary School and Blenman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85716 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85716, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85716, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cragin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2945 N Tucson Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6700
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Robison Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2745 E 18th St
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-7800
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #33.
Blenman Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1695 N Country Club Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6500
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 232-6500
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85716, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85716, AZ include Cragin Elementary School, Robison Elementary School and Blenman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85716?
3 public preschools are located in 85716.
What is the racial composition of students in 85716?
85716 public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 68% (majority Hispanic).
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