For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,115 students in 85042, AZ.
The top ranked public preschools in 85042, AZ are Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School, Nevitt Elementary School and T G Barr School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 85042 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 85042, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschool average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85042, AZ Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2624 E South Mountain Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 304-3170
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 304-3170
Grades: PK-8
| 444 students
Rank: #22.
Nevitt Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4525 E Saint Anne Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 431-6640
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 431-6640
Grades: PK-5
| 648 students
Rank: #33.
T G Barr School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2041 E Vineyard Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4950
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4950
Grades: PK-8
| 386 students
Rank: #44.
Maxine O Bush Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
602 E Siesta Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4260
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4260
Grades: PK-8
| 273 students
Rank: #55.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6825 S 10th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4220
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4220
Grades: PK-4
| 364 students
Rank: #66.
Amy L. Houston Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7139 S 10th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4230
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4230
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
85042, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Homebound Elementary School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
6000 S 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-2605
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-2605
Grades: PK-8
| 93 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 85042, AZ?
The top ranked public preschools in 85042, AZ include Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School, Nevitt Elementary School and T G Barr School.
How many public preschools are located in 85042?
6 public preschools are located in 85042.
What is the racial composition of students in 85042?
85042 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public preschools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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