For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 5,641 students in 85249, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85249, AZ are Basha High School, Audrey & Robert Ryan Elementary School and John & Carol Carlson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85249 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85249, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85249, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85249, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85249, AZ include Basha High School, Audrey & Robert Ryan Elementary School and John & Carol Carlson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85249?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85249.
What is the racial composition of students in 85249?
85249 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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