For the 2026 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 59% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sonoran Foothills School
(Math: 66% | 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
Gr: PK-8 | 935 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Norterra Canyon School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 W Maya Way
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8200
Phoenix, AZ 85085
(623) 445-8200
Gr: PK-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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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