Serving 487 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Basis Phoenix South ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Basis Phoenix South ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Basis Phoenix South's student population of 487 students has grown by 84% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Basis Phoenix South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basis Phoenix South is 0.68, 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
#1251 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
51%
47%
Black
19%
6%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basis Phoenix South's ranking?
Basis Phoenix South is ranked #1251 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Basis Phoenix South often compared to?
Basis Phoenix Southis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy Traditional School Laveen Village by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Basis Phoenix South?
487 students attend Basis Phoenix South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Basis Phoenix South students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Basis Phoenix South offer ?
Basis Phoenix South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Basis Phoenix South part of?
Basis Phoenix South is part of BASIS Charter Schools Inc. (549803) School District.
In what neighborhood is Basis Phoenix South located?
Basis Phoenix South is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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