For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 3,824 students in 85298, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85298, AZ are Weinberg Gifted Academy, Charlotte Patterson Elementary School and Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85298 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85298, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85298, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weinberg Gifted Academy
(Math: 87% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5245 S Val Vista Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 812-6600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 812-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7520 S Adora Blvd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3600
Gr: PK-6 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6040 S Joslyn Ln
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-2600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Robert J.c. Rice Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1290 E Ocotillo Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 424-8500
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 424-8500
Gr: PK-6 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Riggs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6930 S Seville Blvd W
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3400
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85298, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85298, AZ include Weinberg Gifted Academy, Charlotte Patterson Elementary School and Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom.
How many public preschools are located in 85298?
5 public preschools are located in 85298.
What is the racial composition of students in 85298?
85298 public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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