For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,249 students in 85248, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 85248 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85248, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85248, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Chandler
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
| 1,166 students
Rank: #22.
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence
(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
| 809 students
Rank: #33.
Basis Chandler Primary- South Campus
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
| 497 students
Rank: #44.
Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary 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
| 634 students
Rank: #55.
Basha Elementary 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
| 608 students
Rank: #66.
Ira A. Fulton Elementary 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
| 535 students
85248, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5005 S. Wendler Dr.
Chandler, AZ 85248
(602) 734-7364
Chandler, AZ 85248
(602) 734-7364
Grades: 11-12
| 22 students
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 elementary schools in 85248, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85248, AZ include Basis Chandler, Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence and Basis Chandler Primary- South Campus.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85248?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85248.
What is the racial composition of students in 85248?
85248 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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