For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,333 students in 85704, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85704, AZ are Winifred Harelson Elementary School, Mesa Verde Elementary School and Lulu Walker School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85704 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85704, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85704, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Winifred Harelson Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
826 W Chapala Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6020
Grades: PK-6
| 430 students
Rank: #22.
Mesa Verde Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1661 W Sage St
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6090
Grades: PK-5
| 281 students
Rank: #33.
Lulu Walker School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1750 W Roller Coaster Rd
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6517
Grades: PK-5
| 388 students
Rank: #44.
Marion Donaldson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2040 W Omar Dr
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-6160
Grades: PK-5
| 234 students
85704, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2040 W Omar Drive
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5000
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 696-5000
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85704, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85704, AZ include Winifred Harelson Elementary School, Mesa Verde Elementary School and Lulu Walker School.
How many public preschools are located in 85704?
4 public preschools are located in 85704.
What is the racial composition of students in 85704?
85704 public preschools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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