For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 9,335 students in 85248, AZ (there are 5 private schools, serving 208 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85248, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85248, AZ are Basis Chandler, Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence and Basis Chandler Primary- South Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85248 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85248, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85248, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Chandler
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4825 S Arizona Ave
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 907-6072
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 907-6072
Grades: 5-12
| 1,146 students
Rank: #22.
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence
Magnet School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1405 W Lake Dr
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-2700
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-2700
Grades: PK-6
| 820 students
Rank: #33.
Basis Chandler Primary- South Campus
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
204 W. Chandler Heights Rd.
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 494-2200
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 494-2200
Grades: K-5
| 496 students
Rank: #44.
Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1515 Nw Jacaranda Pkwy
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4100
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4100
Grades: PK-6
| 675 students
Rank: #55.
Hamilton High School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3700 S Arizona Ave
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-5000
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-5000
Grades: 8-12
| 3,850 students
Rank: #66.
Basha Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3535 S Basha Rd
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4400
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4400
Grades: PK-6
| 607 students
Rank: #77.
Ira A. Fulton Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4750 S Sunland Dr
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-3300
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-3300
Grades: PK-6
| 590 students
Rank: #88.
Evit - Hamilton High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 61% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 S Arizona Ave
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 461-4000
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #99.
Bogle Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 W Queen Creek Rd
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-5500
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-5500
Grades: 7-8
| 1,151 students
85248, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Early Career Academy (Closed 2018)
Charter School
5005 S. Wendler Dr.
Chandler, AZ 85248
(602) 734-7364
Chandler, AZ 85248
(602) 734-7364
Grades: 11-12
| 22 students
Fulton Ranch Learing Center (Closed 2017)
Charter School
204 W Chandler Heights Road
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 717-7140
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 717-7140
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85248, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85248, AZ include Basis Chandler, Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence and Basis Chandler Primary- South Campus.
How many public schools are located in 85248?
9 public schools are located in 85248.
What percentage of students in 85248 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85248 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85248?
85248 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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