For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 3,824 students in 85298, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85298, AZ are Weinberg Gifted Academy, Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom and Charlotte Patterson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85298 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85298, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85298, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Weinberg Gifted Academy
(Math: 90% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5245 S Val Vista Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 812-6600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 812-6600
Grades: PK-6
| 748 students
Rank: #22.
Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom
(Math: 79% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6040 S Joslyn Ln
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-2600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-2600
Grades: PK-6
| 626 students
Rank: #33.
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7520 S Adora Blvd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3600
Grades: PK-6
| 800 students
Rank: #44.
Robert J.c. Rice Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1290 E Ocotillo Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 424-8500
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 424-8500
Grades: PK-6
| 813 students
Rank: #55.
Riggs Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6930 S Seville Blvd W
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3400
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3400
Grades: PK-6
| 837 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85298, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85298, AZ include Weinberg Gifted Academy, Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom and Charlotte Patterson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 85298?
5 public preschools are located in 85298.
What is the racial composition of students in 85298?
85298 public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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