For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,980 students in 85050, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85050, AZ are Desert Trails Elementary School, Wildfire Elementary School and Sky Crossing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85050 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85050, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85050, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Trails Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4315 E Cashman Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Gr: PK-7 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Wildfire Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3997 E Lockwood Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Gr: PK-6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Sky Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3300 E. Sky Crossing Way
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5900
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5900
Gr: PK-6 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Sunset Canyon School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2727 E Siesta Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Gr: PK-6 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85050, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85050, AZ include Desert Trails Elementary School, Wildfire Elementary School and Sky Crossing Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85050?
4 public preschools are located in 85050.
What is the racial composition of students in 85050?
85050 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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