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#5751 of 8,552 schools in TX
Great Hearts Forest Heights
School · GREAT HEARTS TEXAS
5538 RESEARCH DR, San Antonio, TX 78240
Enrollment
1,230
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Enrollment
1,230
Student-Teacher
21.6:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 10th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,751 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#230 of 516
public schools
In district
#8 of 13
GREAT HEARTS TEXAS
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Great Hearts Forest Heights
Great Hearts Forest Heights is a public school in San Antonio, TX, part of GREAT HEARTS TEXAS. Great Hearts Forest Heights serves approximately 1,230 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-10th, and has a 21.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Hearts Forest Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #5,751 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Great Hearts Forest Heights show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Great Hearts Forest Heights runs 21.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Great Hearts Forest Heights is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Great Hearts Forest Heights — Students at Great Hearts Forest Heights score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Great Hearts Forest Heights Compares
See how Great Hearts Forest Heights performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5538 RESEARCH DR, San Antonio, TX 78240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Hearts Forest Heights may also want to explore other schools in the area. THE WINSTON SCHOOL SAN ANTONIO (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOLMGREEN CENTER (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, REDDIX CENTER (rated 5.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MCDERMOTT EL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 2.5 |
| SUBURBAN SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.6 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE San Antonio | 0.8 mi | — |
| ALTERNATIVE MIDDLE San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| CHAVEZ EXCEL ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| HOBBY MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| SOMERSET ACADEMY OAKS San Antonio | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ACHIEVERS CENTER FOR EDUCATION San Antonio | 1.5 mi | — |
| UNIVERSITY UNITED METHODIST DAY SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| LOCKE HILL EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| BASIS SAN ANTONIO PRI- MEDICAL CENTER CAMPUS San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| CLARK H S San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| HOWSMAN EL San Antonio | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| HEALTH CAREERS H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| THE WINSTON SCHOOL SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| HOLMGREEN CENTER San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| DAEP AT HOLMGREEN San Antonio | 1.8 mi | — |
| THORNTON EL San Antonio | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| REDDIX CENTER San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| RUDDER MIDDLE San Antonio | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,203
Median Home Value
$245,100
Median Rent
$1,283/mo
Population
57,014
College Educated
38.2%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Median Age
32.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| IDEA TRAVIS ACADEMY Midland, TX | 5.4 |
| LEGACY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Frisco, TX | 5.4 |
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - GALVESTON Galveston, TX | 5.4 |
| SOUTHWEST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Worth, TX | 5.4 |
| EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF DALLAS PK-12 Dallas, TX | 5.5 |
| GREAT HEARTS ARLINGTON Arlington, TX | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Hearts Forest Heights
What grades does Great Hearts Forest Heights serve?
Great Hearts Forest Heights serves students in grades Kindergarten through 10th.
How many students attend Great Hearts Forest Heights?
Great Hearts Forest Heights has an enrollment of approximately 1,230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Forest Heights?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Forest Heights is 21.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Hearts Forest Heights rank in TX?
Great Hearts Forest Heights ranks #5,751 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Great Hearts Forest Heights's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Hearts Forest Heights has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Great Hearts Forest Heights?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Hearts Forest Heights has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).
Is Great Hearts Forest Heights a charter school?
Yes, Great Hearts Forest Heights is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Great Hearts Forest Heights a Title I school?
No, Great Hearts Forest Heights is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Hearts Forest Heights?
21.6% of students at Great Hearts Forest Heights qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 10th
- Enrollment
- 1,230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.1%
- Phone
- (210) 892-3665
Resources & Links
District
GREAT HEARTS TEXAS- District Enrollment
- 12,019
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,207
- District Rank
- #8 of 13
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