For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,235 students in 85253, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85253, AZ are Cherokee Elementary School and Kiva Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85253 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 40% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85253, AZ Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8801 N 56th St
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-8700
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-8700
Gr: PK-5 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Kiva Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6911 E Mcdonald Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-2200
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 484-2200
Gr: PK-6 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
85253, Arizona 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6602 East Malcomb Dr
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 951-0745
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 951-0745
Gr: K-6
10460 N. 56th St
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 348-1333
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
(480) 348-1333
Gr: K-8 | 153 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85253, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85253, AZ include Cherokee Elementary School and Kiva Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85253?
2 public preschools are located in 85253.
What is the racial composition of students in 85253?
85253 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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