Serving 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Basha Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Basha Elementary School 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
Basha Elementary School's student population of 581 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1914
School Rankings
Basha Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basha Elementary School is 0.72, 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
#313 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
31%
49%
Black
6%
6%
White
41%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basha Elementary School's ranking?
Basha Elementary School is ranked #313 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Basha Elementary School often compared to?
Basha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert And Danell Tarwater Elementary School, Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Basha Elementary School?
581 students attend Basha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Basha Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Basha Elementary School?
Basha Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Basha Elementary School offer ?
Basha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Basha Elementary School part of?
Basha Elementary School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
In what neighborhood is Basha Elementary School located?
Basha Elementary School is located in the Fox Crossing neighborhood of Chandler, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Fox Crossing.
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