Opened in 2013 as a charter school just east of South Mountain, BASIS Ahwatukee serves more than 700 students in fourth through twelfth grades in the Ahwatukee area of Phoenix. The faculty here set the bar pretty high with an open culture that fosters well-rounded excellence.
Following a rigorous curriculum, BASIS Ahwatukee often ranks in the top 10 of all high schools in Arizona and in the top 100 of all high schools in the United States with absolutely stellar test scores in math and reading, in addition to a 100% graduation rate. If those stats aren’t enough, 100% of students pass at least one Advanced Placement exam.
Outside of the classroom, students can also thrive creatively in a wide range of extracurriculars including anime, coding, improv and drama, orchestra, and robotics, among others. Additionally, the more athletic set can find team spirit and compete in basketball, fencing, soccer, and volleyball.
As an enriching experience for seniors, BASIS hosts senior projects that empower students to engage in off-campus research projects or internships where they can work with a mentor in their desired field and present their learnings like a scholar. One of the most exciting aspects of these senior projects is that they can take place anywhere in the world, placing no limits on what can be unlocked by the creativity of each student.
BASIS Ahwatukee
Charter Elementary, Middle, High School
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Grade 4-12
10210 S 50th Plz,
Phoenix, AZ
School Details
Head of School
Kristen Jordison
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1440
Average ACT Score
32
Math Proficiency
83%
Reading Proficiency
84%
Average GPA
3.71
Graduation Rate
90%
Niche Grade
A+
A+
A+
A
B-
C
C
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.71
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Reading Proficiency
84%
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Math Proficiency
83%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
53
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Full Time Teachers
53
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Teachers in First or Second Year
59.4%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1440
Math
730
Verbal
710
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Average ACT
32
Math
32
English
32
Reading
32
Science
31
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Number of AP Courses
19
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AP Pass Rate
88.8%
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AP Math Enrollment
Very High
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AP Science Enrollment
Very High
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Other AP Enrollment
Very High
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
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Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
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GreatSchools Rating
10
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
6%
State Average
31%
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Math
5%
State Average
44%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
769:1
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Student Diversity
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Male
51.4%
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Female
48.6%
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Asian
58.7%
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Male
51.4%
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Female
48.6%
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White
15%
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Black
11%
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Hispanic
7.3%
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Two or more races
7.1%
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Limited English proficient
2.6%
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School Rankings
#2
Best Charter MS in Arizona
#2
Best Charter HS in Arizona
#2
Best Public MS in Arizona
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University
146 Students
University of Arizona
86 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
61 Students
University of California - Berkeley
56 Students
Stanford University
44 Students
Rice University
33 Students
Harvard University
32 Students
Johns Hopkins University
30 Students
Yale University
28 Students
University of California - San Diego
26 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Pre-Medicine Studies
39 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
38 Students
Biology
34 Students
Computer Science
23 Students
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
23 Students
Business
18 Students
Neuroscience and Neurobiology
18 Students
Psychology
15 Students
Engineering
13 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine
11 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/20/2026
it was good but they need to incorporate more sports and extra curricular. As much as they thrive in academics, there should be a high standard for sports and extracurricular, because u don't get get scholarship just for being smart, you ave to be all rounded.
10/26/2024
BASIS Ahwatukee is a great school or people who drive for academic achievement. I am currently a junior here and this here by far has been my favorite year. I have been here since sixth grade and every year teachers and school admin change. This year has been far the best with the admin people we have. Our dean Mr. dlc is by far the best dean I have had since being here. Our principal is very nice and understanding when we have a concern or problem or to advocate for a change. The administration hardly listen but this year I feel as if they do. Locker checks are a big thing this year and mr dlc is very on top of it and always in the hallway and makes himself visible throughout the school. The other dean (Mayhack) is also great but she is the lower school dean and I don't really know much about her besides she is very nice. Overall great school and teachers and I would highly recommend coming here.
10/20/2023
It is the best school ever. The teachers are super caring, and the environment is amazing to be around. The stress can be a lot, but don't procrastinate and you will do great.
GreatSchools Reviews
6/26/2026
I'm currently attending another school for high school but I attended this school from 4th grade to 8th. IT WAS HORRID. I was bullied for my race, belittled for my gender, and judged by peers and administration by my grades. I could actively see treatment of certain students change based on their gr...
3/11/2024
My two eldest daughters graduated (2019 and 2021) from BASIS - both had been there since it opened several years ago. I cannot wait until the next two are old enough to attend (soon!). The education cannot be beaten - both my daughters received full scholarships to a prestigious (non-AZ) Honors coll...
3/10/2024
Our family has been attending Basis Ahwatukee since the inaugural year approx 10 years ago. I have graduated 2 children with 1 more child to go. Both of my graduated children when onto college (Barrett at ASU and Engineering). I have 1 special needs child. The community at this school is outstanding...
1/31/2024
Great school with rigorous curriculum with the exception of a big playground. The Boosters organization is fantastic and teachers too.
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Map
List Price Range
$295K - $2.1M
Homes For Sale
251
Average Home Value
$611,333
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
% Renters
35%
Average Household Income
$127,984
% of College Grads
53.9%
Median Age
42
Average House Size
2,179 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
31.9%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Additional Schools in the Area
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- 9th to 12th
- Charter
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Lakewood Playground
- Fishing
- Trails
- Playground
Sun Ray Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Desert Foothills Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Vista Canyon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Western Star Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Mountain Vista Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Pecos Park
- Basketball
- Dog Park
- Football
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Marilyn Ann
Walkable neighborhood just over a mile from downtown Tempe and ASU
BASIS Ahwatukee is a charter school for students in grades 4-12 located at 10210 S 50th Plz in Phoenix, AZ. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 720 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 83% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 84% are proficient in reading. BASIS Ahwatukee has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.71, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1440 and an ACT score of 32. The average home value in this area is $611,333. Discover additional schools in the area, like Pinnacle High School - Tempe, Arizona Cultural Academy, Mountain Pointe High School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near BASIS Ahwatukee.