For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,895 students in 85295, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85295, AZ are Ashland Elementary School, Spectrum Elementary School and Higley Traditional Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85295 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85295, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85295, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ashland Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1945 S Ashland Ranch Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-9900
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-9900
Grades: PK-6
| 758 students
Rank: #22.
Spectrum Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2846 S Spectrum Way
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-0117
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 917-0117
Grades: PK-6
| 564 students
Rank: #33.
Higley Traditional Academy
(Math: 63% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3391 E Vest Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-6800
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-6800
Grades: PK-8
| 793 students
Rank: #44.
Gateway Pointe Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2069 South De La Torre Drive
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7700
Gilbert, AZ 85295
(480) 279-7700
Grades: PK-8
| 780 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85295, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85295, AZ include Ashland Elementary School, Spectrum Elementary School and Higley Traditional Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 85295?
4 public preschools are located in 85295.
What is the racial composition of students in 85295?
85295 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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