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#330 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 16% in state

Basha Elementary

Elementary School · Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

3535 S BASHA RD, Chandler, AZ 85248

Enrollment

608

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#330 of 2,006

In Chandler

#24 of 77

public schools

In district

#23 of 44

Chandler Unified District #80 (4242)

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Basha Elementary

8.1/10

Elementary School in Chandler · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.3/10

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About Basha Elementary

Basha Elementary is a public elementary school in Chandler, AZ, part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242). Basha Elementary serves approximately 608 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Basha Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #330 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Basha Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,085
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Basha Elementary — Students at Basha Elementary score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
60%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Basha Elementary Compares

See how Basha Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
84th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Location

3535 S BASHA RD, Chandler, AZ 85248

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Basha Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Sun Lakes), which scores notably higher. Another option is Santan Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BASIS Chandler Primary- South Campus (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School Chandler 0.7 mi 8.3
Hamilton High School Chandler 0.9 mi 8.4
Bogle Junior High School Chandler 0.9 mi 6.7
T. Dale Hancock Elementary School Chandler 1.2 mi 7.0
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence Sun Lakes 1.2 mi 9.3
Robert and Danell Tarwater Elementary Chandler 1.4 mi 8.1
Ira A. Fulton Elementary Chandler 1.4 mi 7.5
STRONG FOUNDATIONS ACADEMY Chandler 1.5 mi
RISEN SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Chandler 1.7 mi
BASIS Chandler Primary- South Campus Chandler 1.6 mi 8.9
BASIS Chandler Chandler 1.7 mi 8.7
CASA DEL NINO BILINGUAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chandler 1.7 mi
TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chandler 1.9 mi 7.3
EAST VALLEY ACTON ACADEMY Chandler 1.8 mi
Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School Chandler 3.0 mi 4.7
San Marcos Elementary School Chandler 3.1 mi 5.5
CARD ACADEMY CHANDLER Chandler 3.1 mi
Santan Elementary Chandler 2.8 mi 9.0
Santan Junior High School Chandler 2.8 mi 7.0
Frye Elementary School Chandler 3.4 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85248 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,220

Median Home Value

$489,100

Median Rent

$1,822/mo

Population

37,461

College Educated

51.9%

Homeownership

79.5%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

58

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Basha Elementary

What grades does Basha Elementary serve?

Basha Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Basha Elementary?

Basha Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 608 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Basha Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Basha Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Basha Elementary rank in AZ?

Basha Elementary ranks #330 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Basha Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Basha Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Basha Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Basha Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Basha Elementary a charter school?

No, Basha Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Basha Elementary a Title I school?

No, Basha Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

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