Serving 751 students in grades 5-12, Basis Tucson North ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Basis Tucson North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Basis Tucson North's student population of 751 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Basis Tucson North ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basis Tucson North is 0.74, which is more 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
#56 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
27%
3%
Hispanic
30%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basis Tucson North's ranking?
Basis Tucson North is ranked #56 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Basis Tucson North often compared to?
Basis Tucson Northis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Oro Valley, University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Basis Tucson North?
The graduation rate of Basis Tucson North is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Basis Tucson North?
751 students attend Basis Tucson North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Basis Tucson North students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Basis Tucson North offer ?
Basis Tucson North offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Basis Tucson North part of?
Basis Tucson North is part of BASIS Charter Schools Inc. (91309) School District.
In what neighborhood is Basis Tucson North located?
Basis Tucson North is located in the Rio Verde Village neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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