For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 8,845 students in 85249, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85249, AZ are Arizona College Prep High School, Basha High School and Audrey & Robert Ryan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85249 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85249, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85249, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Arizona College Prep High School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4477 S Gilbert Rd
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 424-8700
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 424-8700
Gr: 7-12 | 2,024 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Basha High School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5990 S Val Vista Dr
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-2100
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-2100
Gr: 6-12 | 2,892 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Audrey & Robert Ryan Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4600 S Bright Angel Way
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-3200
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-3200
Gr: PK-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
John & Carol Carlson Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5400 S White Dr
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-3800
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 224-3800
Gr: PK-6 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Santan Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1550 E Chandler Heights Rd
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4700
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4700
Gr: PK-6 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Evit - Basha High School
Vocational School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 64% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5990 S Val Vista Dr
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4600
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4600
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #77.
Jane D. Hull Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2424 E Maren Dr
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4500
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4500
Gr: PK-6 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Navarrete Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6490 S Sun Groves Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4800
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4800
Gr: PK-6 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #99.
Santan Junior High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1550 E Chandler Heights Rd
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4600
Chandler, AZ 85249
(480) 883-4600
Gr: 7-8 | 1,180 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85249, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85249, AZ include Arizona College Prep High School, Basha High School and Audrey & Robert Ryan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85249?
9 public schools are located in 85249.
What is the racial composition of students in 85249?
85249 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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