Summary:
The Great Hearts Texas district comprises 13 schools serving grades K-12 across the San Antonio and Dallas-Fort Worth areas, offering a mix of elementary, high school, and alternative K-12 campuses that collectively rank in the 77th percentile statewide.
For parents, the standout schools are clear. Great Hearts Northern Oaks is the largest school and a powerhouse, boasting a perfect 100% graduation rate and exceptional End-of-Course exam scores, including 92% proficiency in English II Reading. Great Hearts Monte Vista is the top elementary performer, with 5th Grade Reading proficiency at 84%—far above the district and state averages. Great Hearts Lakeside delivers strong, consistent results across all grades, while Great Hearts Irving Upper is the highest-ranked school in the district, with a 95% graduation rate and top-tier English scores. In contrast, Great Hearts Online - Tx struggles significantly, with the highest dropout rate (7.1%) and lowest test scores, particularly in math. A notable anomaly is the near-zero 8th Grade Math proficiency at several schools like Great Hearts Northern Oaks and Great Hearts Monte Vista North, which likely reflects advanced students taking Algebra I early rather than poor instruction.
Key takeaways for parents: Reading is a district-wide strength, with all schools outperforming state averages, while elementary science is a consistent weakness. The district maintains a strong 96.8% graduation rate and low dropout rates overall, though Great Hearts Forest Heights (4.8%) and the online school are exceptions. Per-student spending does not predict performance—Great Hearts Northern Oaks achieves top results with lower spending, while higher-spending schools like Great Hearts Monte Vista North show only mid-tier outcomes. This suggests efficient resource use at the best-performing campuses.
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