Serving 239 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Basis Phoenix Central Primary 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Basis Phoenix Central Primary 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
Basis Phoenix Central Primary's student population of 239 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1998
School Rankings
Basis Phoenix Central Primary 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 Basis Phoenix Central Primary is 0.76, 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
#223 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
38%
49%
Black
16%
6%
White
22%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Basis Phoenix Central Primary's ranking?
Basis Phoenix Central Primary is ranked #223 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Basis Phoenix Central Primary?
239 students attend Basis Phoenix Central Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Basis Phoenix Central Primary students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Basis Phoenix Central Primary?
Basis Phoenix Central Primary has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Basis Phoenix Central Primary offer ?
Basis Phoenix Central Primary offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Basis Phoenix Central Primary part of?
Basis Phoenix Central Primary is part of BASIS Charter Schools Inc. (92349).
In what neighborhood is Basis Phoenix Central Primary located?
Basis Phoenix Central Primary is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 14 other public schools located in Midtown.
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