For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,192 students in 85306, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85306, AZ are Sunflower School, Canyon Elementary School and Sunburst School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85306 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85306, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85306, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunflower School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Sunburst School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14218 N 47th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-6400
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-6400
Gr: PK-6 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6315 W Port Au Prince Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4550
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4550
Gr: PK-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
Kachina Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5304 W Crocus Dr
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4500
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4500
Gr: PK-8 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Foothills Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15808 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4626
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4626
Gr: PK-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
6000 W Olive Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 486-6000
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 486-6000
Gr: PK | 15 students Minority enrollment: 67%
85306, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
13806 North 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 564-7300
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 564-7300
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85306, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85306, AZ include Sunflower School, Canyon Elementary School and Sunburst School.
How many public preschools are located in 85306?
7 public preschools are located in 85306.
What is the racial composition of students in 85306?
85306 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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