For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 791 students in 85540, AZ.
The top ranked public preschool in 85540, AZ is Metcalf Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 85540 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85540, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85540, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Metcalf Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
Fairbanks Rd #1
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Morenci, AZ 85540
(928) 865-7290
Grades: PK-4
| 791 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85540, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85540, AZ include Metcalf Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85540?
1 public preschools are located in 85540.
What is the racial composition of students in 85540?
85540 public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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