BASIS Phoenix

BASIS Phoenix, located in North Phoenix, is a high-performing tuition-free public charter school serving students from kindergarten through grade 12. It is part of the nationally recognized BASIS network, which is well-known for its rigorous, accelerated liberal arts and STEM-focused curriculum. The school’s academic model is designed to be internationally competitive, emphasizing critical thinking, advanced subject mastery, and a structured environment that prepares students for top-tier university expectations long before they reach high school.

The school is particularly noted for its "Subject Expert Teachers" who hold advanced degrees in their fields, as well as its unique "Learning Expert Teachers" in the primary grades who help young students develop essential study and organizational habits. Because of its demanding coursework—which includes an array of Advanced Placement (AP) offerings and a capstone senior research project—BASIS Phoenix consistently ranks among the top schools in Arizona and the United States. It is an ideal environment for highly motivated students who are looking for a fast-paced academic experience and a college-preparatory culture.