For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,892 students in 85233, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85233, AZ are Islands Elementary School, Gilbert Elementary School and Playa Del Rey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85233 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85233, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85233, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Islands Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
245 S Mcqueen Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 497-0742
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 497-0742
Gr: PK-6 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Gilbert Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
175 W Elliot Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-8624
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-8624
Gr: PK-6 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Playa Del Rey Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
550 N Horne St
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-7810
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 892-7810
Gr: PK-6 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Oak Tree Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 W Houston Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4785
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4785
Gr: PK-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
85233, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
580 W. Melody Ave.
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gr: K-8 | 1,131 student Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85233, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85233, AZ include Islands Elementary School, Gilbert Elementary School and Playa Del Rey Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85233?
4 public preschools are located in 85233.
What is the racial composition of students in 85233?
85233 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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