For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 8,655 students in 85248, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 117 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 85248, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85248, AZ are Basis Chandler, Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence and Basis Chandler Primary- South Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85248 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85248, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85248, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Chandler
Charter School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4825 S Arizona Ave
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 907-6072
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 907-6072
Gr: 5-12 | 1,185 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence
(Math: 86% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1405 W Lake Dr
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-2700
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-2700
Gr: PK-6 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Basis Chandler Primary- South Campus
Charter School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
204 W. Chandler Heights Rd.
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 494-2200
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 494-2200
Gr: K-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Anna Marie Jacobson Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1515 Nw Jacaranda Pkwy
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4100
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4100
Gr: PK-6 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
Hamilton High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3700 S Arizona Ave
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-5000
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-5000
Gr: 8-12 | 3,444 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #66.
Evit - Hamilton High School
Vocational School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 61% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3700 S Arizona Ave
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 461-4000
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: #77.
Ira A. Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4750 S Sunland Dr
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-3300
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 224-3300
Gr: PK-6 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #88.
Basha Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3535 S Basha Rd
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4400
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-4400
Gr: PK-6 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #99.
Bogle Junior High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 W Queen Creek Rd
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-5500
Chandler, AZ 85248
(480) 883-5500
Gr: 7-8 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85248, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85248, AZ include Basis Chandler, Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence and Basis Chandler Primary- South Campus.
How many public schools are located in 85248?
9 public schools are located in 85248.
What percentage of students in 85248 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 85248 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85248?
85248 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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