For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,836 students in 85140, AZ.
The top-ranked public preschools in 85140, AZ are Jack Harmon Elementary School, Ranch Elementary School and Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85140 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85140, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85140, AZ Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jack Harmon Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
39315 N Cortona Dr
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3500
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3500
Gr: PK-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
43521 N Kenworthy Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3530
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3530
Gr: PK-6 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
40300 N Simonton Blvd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-5330
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 987-5330
Gr: PK-6 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Ellsworth Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38454 N Carolina Ave
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3520
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(480) 882-3520
Gr: PK-6 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
85140, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
41800 North Barnes Parkway
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(520) 413-9720
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140
(520) 413-9720
Gr: K-9 | 946 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 85140, AZ?
The top-ranked public preschools in 85140, AZ include Jack Harmon Elementary School, Ranch Elementary School and Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85140?
4 public preschools are located in 85140.
What is the racial composition of students in 85140?
85140 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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