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20 BASIS Charter Schools “A” Rated by Arizona Department of Education

We are proud to announce that 20 BASIS Charter Schools in Arizona have received an “A” rating from the Arizona Department of Education!


Every year, the Arizona Department of Education ranks every public school in the state on a letter grade scale. This ranking system is based on factors such as state assessment results, year-over-year academic growth, and graduation rates. Letter grades are released in the fall and are based on data from the prior school year. 


This year’s ratings reflect our network’s commitment to providing Arizona students with world-class, tuition-free education. We’re honored to have so many schools recognized for their incredible performance!


The following BASIS Charter Schools received an “A” rating for 2023–24 school year:

  • BASIS Ahwatukee
  • BASIS Chandler
  • BASIS Chandler Primary North
  • BASIS Chandler Primary South
  • BASIS Flagstaff
  • BASIS Goodyear
  • BASIS Goodyear Primary
  • BASIS Mesa
  • BASIS Oro Valley
  • BASIS Oro Valley Primary
  • BASIS Peoria
  • BASIS Peoria Primary
  • BASIS Phoenix
  • BASIS Phoenix Central
  • BASIS Phoenix Primary
  • BASIS Prescott
  • BASIS Scottsdale
  • BASIS Scottsdale Primary East
  • BASIS Scottsdale Primary West
  • BASIS Tucson North


Congratulations to the teachers, staff, students and families at each of these campuses for earning this impressive accolade!  


To learn more about the school letter grade system, visit the Arizona State Board of Education website. You can also find detailed information about the performance of each of our schools by visiting the AZ School Report Cards portal and searching for your local BASIS Charter School.


In addition to earning top letter grades, our schools are consistently ranked among the best in the state by U.S. News & World Report. In 2024, 8 of the top 10 Best High Schools in Arizona were BASIS Charter Schools. Plus, BASIS Peoria was named the #1 High School in the nation! Learn more about our awards and rankings.


BASIS Charter Schools are now accepting applications for the 2025–26 school year. Apply today to secure your spot for Fall 2025! 


Want to experience BASIS firsthand? Find a BASIS Charter School near you and take a school tour to meet our staff and learn more about our school culture!

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