Mill Avenue Preschool in Tempe, AZ, offers co鈥揺d early childhood education for grades PK through kindergarten in a nonsectarian day care setting.
Founded in 1980, this preschool is located in South Tempe and serves a diverse student population with 50% students of color.
The school employs one teacher and enrolls a small number of students, providing a unique learning environment in a city community.
As a local early learning program, it is part of the Tempe educational landscape alongside nearby preschools and private schools offering similar grade spans.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1980
School Calendar
Student Body
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 39%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Mill Avenue Preschool?
The application deadline for Mill Avenue Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Mill Avenue Preschool located?
Mill Avenue Preschool is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 5 other private schools located in South Tempe.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to Mill Avenue Preschool is Accel East Campus (1.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Emmanuel Lutheran School (0.8 miles away)
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