For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,195 students in 85251, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85251, AZ are Pima Elementary School, Navajo Elementary School and Echo Canyon K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85251 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85251, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 85251, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pima Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8330 E Osborn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2800
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2800
Grades: PK-6
| 387 students
Rank: #22.
Navajo Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4525 N Granite Reef Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2600
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-2600
Grades: PK-6
| 464 students
Rank: #33.
Echo Canyon K-8
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4330 N 62nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Grades: PK-8
| 344 students
85251, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7303 East Earl Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(877) 202-0338
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(877) 202-0338
Grades: 7-12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85251, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85251, AZ include Pima Elementary School, Navajo Elementary School and Echo Canyon K-8.
How many public preschools are located in 85251?
3 public preschools are located in 85251.
What is the racial composition of students in 85251?
85251 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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