For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,438 students in 85255, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85255, AZ are Desert Canyon Elementary School, Grayhawk Elementary School and Copper Ridge School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85255 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85255, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85255, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10203 E Mcdowell Mountain Ranc
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1700
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Grayhawk Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7525 E Grayhawk Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(602) 449-6600
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(602) 449-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Copper Ridge School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10101 E Thompson Peak Pkwy
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1400
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1400
Gr: PK-8 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
85255, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
33401 N. 56th Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 575-6001
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 575-6001
Gr: 6-8 | 2 students
10101 E. Thompson Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1500
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1500
Gr: PK-8
10101 E. Thompson Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-6100
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-6100
Gr: PK-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85255, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85255, AZ include Desert Canyon Elementary School, Grayhawk Elementary School and Copper Ridge School.
How many public preschools are located in 85255?
3 public preschools are located in 85255.
What is the racial composition of students in 85255?
85255 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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