Serving 1,230 students in grades Kindergarten-10, Great Hearts Forest Heights ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 1,230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Hearts Forest Heights ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Great Hearts Forest Heights's student population of 1,230 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 72% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-10
Total Students
1,230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Great Hearts Forest Heights ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Hearts Forest Heights is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2411 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
40%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Hearts Forest Heights's ranking?
Great Hearts Forest Heights is ranked #2411 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Great Hearts Forest Heights often compared to?
Great Hearts Forest Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like Basis San Antonio Pri- Medical Center Campus, Brandeis High School, Health Careers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Great Hearts Forest Heights?
1,230 students attend Great Hearts Forest Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Great Hearts Forest Heights students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Hearts Forest Heights?
Great Hearts Forest Heights has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Hearts Forest Heights offer ?
Great Hearts Forest Heights offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-10
What school district is Great Hearts Forest Heights part of?
Great Hearts Forest Heights is part of Great Hearts Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Hearts Forest Heights located?
Great Hearts Forest Heights is located in the Northwest Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northwest Side.
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