For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 3,155 students in 85297, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85297, AZ are San Tan Elementary School, Coronado Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85297 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85297, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85297, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
San Tan Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3443 E Calistoga Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-7200
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Coronado Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4333 S Deanza Blvd
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-6900
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-6900
Gr: PK-8 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3507 S Ranch House Pkwy
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-8200
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-8200
Gr: PK-8 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Quartz Hill Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3680 S Quartz St
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 855-5732
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 855-5732
Gr: PK-6 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Power Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4351 S Ranch House Pkwy
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-7600
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 279-7600
Gr: PK-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85297, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85297, AZ include San Tan Elementary School, Coronado Elementary School and Centennial Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85297?
5 public preschools are located in 85297.
What is the racial composition of students in 85297?
85297 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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