Serving 668 students in grades 4-12, Basis Ahwatukee ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Basis Ahwatukee ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Basis Ahwatukee's student population of 668 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
668 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2013
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Basis Ahwatukee ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basis Ahwatukee is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#25 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
59%
3%
Hispanic
7%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
16%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basis Ahwatukee's ranking?
Basis Ahwatukee is ranked #25 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Basis Ahwatukee?
The graduation rate of Basis Ahwatukee is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Basis Ahwatukee?
668 students attend Basis Ahwatukee.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Basis Ahwatukee students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Basis Ahwatukee offer ?
Basis Ahwatukee offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Basis Ahwatukee part of?
Basis Ahwatukee is part of BASIS Charter Schools Inc. (91339) School District.
In what neighborhood is Basis Ahwatukee located?
Basis Ahwatukee is located in the Ahwatukee Foothills Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 17 other public schools located in Ahwatukee Foothills Village.
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