For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,892 students in 85233, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85233, AZ are Islands Elementary School, Gilbert Elementary School and Playa Del Rey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85233 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85233, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85233, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Islands Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
245 S Mcqueen Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 497-0742
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 497-0742
Grades: PK-6
| 458 students
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 W Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-8624
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-8624
Grades: PK-6
| 572 students
Rank: #33.
Playa Del Rey Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 N Horne St
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-7810
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-7810
Grades: PK-6
| 465 students
Rank: #44.
Oak Tree Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 W Houston Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4785
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4785
Grades: PK-6
| 397 students
85233, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
580 W. Melody Ave.
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Grades: K-8
| 1,131 students
580 W. Melody Ave.
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85233, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85233, AZ include Islands Elementary School, Gilbert Elementary School and Playa Del Rey Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85233?
4 public preschools are located in 85233.
What is the racial composition of students in 85233?
85233 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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