For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,895 students in 85295, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85295, AZ are Ashland Elementary School, Higley Traditional Academy and Spectrum Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85295 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85295, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85295, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1945 S Ashland Ranch Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-9900
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-9900
Gr: PK-6 | 758 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Higley Traditional Academy
(Math: 67% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3391 E Vest Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-6800
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-6800
Gr: PK-8 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Spectrum Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2846 S Spectrum Way
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-0117
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-0117
Gr: PK-6 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Gateway Pointe Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2069 South De La Torre Drive
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7700
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7700
Gr: PK-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85295, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85295, AZ include Ashland Elementary School, Higley Traditional Academy and Spectrum Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85295?
4 public preschools are located in 85295.
What is the racial composition of students in 85295?
85295 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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