For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,228 students in 85008, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85008, AZ are Wilson Primary School, Papago School and The Creighton Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85008 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85008, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85008, AZ Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilson Primary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 N 30th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Grades: PK-3
| 495 students
Rank: #22.
Papago School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2013 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Grades: PK-8
| 822 students
Rank: #33.
The Creighton Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2802 E. Mcdowell Roaad
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Grades: PK-8
| 334 students
Rank: #44.
Gateway School
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N 35th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Grades: PK-8
| 543 students
Rank: n/an/a
Orangedale Early Learning Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
5048 E Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Grades: PK
| 34 students
85008, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Excellence (Closed 2023)
Charter School
425 North 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Grades: K-8
| 83 students
Create Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2645 N 24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 710-1101
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 710-1101
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
5048 East Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Grades: 7-8
| 472 students
Pinnacle Education Inc. - Day Star Academy (Closed 2009)
Charter School
2030 North 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Starshine Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3535 East Mcdowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Grades: K-12
| 93 students
Vicki A. Romero High School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
3005 East Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 302 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85008, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85008, AZ include Wilson Primary School, Papago School and The Creighton Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 85008?
5 public preschools are located in 85008.
What is the racial composition of students in 85008?
85008 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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