For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,980 students in 85050, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85050, AZ are Desert Trails Elementary School, Wildfire Elementary School and Sky Crossing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85050 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85050, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85050, AZ Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Trails Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4315 E Cashman Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Gr: PK-7 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Wildfire Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3997 E Lockwood Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Sky Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3300 E. Sky Crossing Way
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5900
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Sunset Canyon School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2727 E Siesta Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Gr: PK-6 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85050, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85050, AZ include Desert Trails Elementary School, Wildfire Elementary School and Sky Crossing Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85050?
4 public preschools are located in 85050.
What is the racial composition of students in 85050?
85050 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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