For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,325 students in 85044, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85044, AZ are Kyrene De La Colina School, Kyrene De Las Lomas School and Kyrene De La Esperanza School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85044 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85044, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85044, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kyrene De La Colina School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13612 S 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
Rank: #22.
Kyrene De Las Lomas School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11820 S Warner Elliot Loop
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-3400
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #33.
Kyrene De La Esperanza School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14841 S 41st Pl
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
85044, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3820 E. Ray Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Grades: K-7
| 60 students
13612 South 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-1000
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-1000
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
14647 S. 50th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85044, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85044, AZ include Kyrene De La Colina School, Kyrene De Las Lomas School and Kyrene De La Esperanza School.
How many public preschools are located in 85044?
3 public preschools are located in 85044.
What is the racial composition of students in 85044?
85044 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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