For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,530 students in 85085, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85085, AZ are Sonoran Foothills School and Norterra Canyon School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85085 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85085, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85085, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Foothills School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
32150 N North Foothills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8400
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8400
Grades: PK-8
| 935 students
Rank: #22.
Norterra Canyon School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 W Maya Way
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8200
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8200
Grades: PK-8
| 595 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85085, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85085, AZ include Sonoran Foothills School and Norterra Canyon School.
How many public preschools are located in 85085?
2 public preschools are located in 85085.
What is the racial composition of students in 85085?
85085 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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