Serving 430 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Basis Phoenix South ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 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 430 students has grown by 62% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Basis Phoenix South ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Basis Phoenix South is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#736 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
48%
47%
Black
21%
6%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
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 #736 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Basis Phoenix South?
430 students attend Basis Phoenix South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Basis Phoenix South students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 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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