For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,586 students in 85248, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85248, AZ are Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence, Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School and Basha Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85248 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85248, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85248, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence
(Math: 92% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1405 W Lake Dr
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-2700
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-2700
Grades: PK-6
| 809 students
Rank: #22.
Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1515 Nw Jacaranda Pkwy
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4100
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4100
Grades: PK-6
| 634 students
Rank: #33.
Basha Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3535 S Basha Rd
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4400
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4400
Grades: PK-6
| 608 students
Rank: #44.
Ira A. Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4750 S Sunland Dr
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-3300
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-3300
Grades: PK-6
| 535 students
85248, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5005 S. Wendler Dr.
Chandler, AZ 85248
(602) 734-7364
Chandler, AZ 85248
(602) 734-7364
Grades: 11-12
| 22 students
204 W Chandler Heights Road
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 717-7140
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 717-7140
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85248, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85248, AZ include Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence, Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School and Basha Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85248?
4 public preschools are located in 85248.
What is the racial composition of students in 85248?
85248 public preschools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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