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Great Hearts Invictus

Elementary School · GREAT HEARTS TEXAS

12018 BANDERA RD, Helotes, TX 78023

Charter

Enrollment

784

Student-Teacher

21.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,215 of 8,552

In Helotes

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#12 of 13

GREAT HEARTS TEXAS

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Great Hearts Invictus

5.1/10

Elementary School in Helotes · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Great Hearts Invictus

Great Hearts Invictus is a public elementary school in Helotes, TX, part of GREAT HEARTS TEXAS. Great Hearts Invictus serves approximately 784 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Hearts Invictus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #6,215 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Great Hearts Invictus show 51% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • TX avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Great Hearts Invictus runs 21.2:1 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 Invictus 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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics6.9Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.7 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,207
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Great Hearts Invictus — Students at Great Hearts Invictus score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (2024 STAAR)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 64.0% (2024 STAAR)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 2 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

How Great Hearts Invictus Compares

See how Great Hearts Invictus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in TX
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Location

12018 BANDERA RD, Helotes, TX 78023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Hearts Invictus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HELOTES EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SST HILL COUNTRY (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby San Antonio), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BEARD EL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Helotes, see our Helotes schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CHILDRENS LIGHTHOUSE HELOTES Helotes 0.6 mi
STEUBING EL San Antonio 0.8 mi 7.6
KUENTZ EL Helotes 0.8 mi 6.7
SCENIC HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Antonio 0.9 mi 6.4
ANNE FRANK INSPIRE ACADEMY San Antonio 1.0 mi 5.1
O'CONNOR H S Helotes 1.1 mi 7.4
STINSON MIDDLE San Antonio 1.2 mi 5.5
BRANDEIS H S San Antonio 1.4 mi 7.1
WANKE EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 4.5
HELOTES EL Helotes 1.6 mi 8.6
BEARD EL Helotes 1.8 mi 8.0
SCOBEE EL San Antonio 1.6 mi 5.9
NICHOLS EL San Antonio 1.9 mi 5.9
MARVELOUSLY MADE - THE SCHOOL FOR YOUNG CHILDREN Helotes 2.1 mi 3.4
BRAUN STATION EL San Antonio 2.4 mi 7.7
GARCIA MIDDLE San Antonio 2.3 mi 7.7
SST HILL COUNTRY San Antonio 2.4 mi 8.2
BRAUCHLE EL San Antonio 2.6 mi 4.8
KRUEGER EL San Antonio 2.4 mi 7.0
THE ATONEMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY San Antonio 2.5 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$129,701

Median Home Value

$393,800

Median Rent

$1,570/mo

Population

28,585

College Educated

56.2%

Homeownership

88.4%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Hearts Invictus

What grades does Great Hearts Invictus serve?

Great Hearts Invictus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Great Hearts Invictus?

Great Hearts Invictus has an enrollment of approximately 784 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Invictus?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Invictus is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Hearts Invictus rank in TX?

Great Hearts Invictus ranks #6,215 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Great Hearts Invictus's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Hearts Invictus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Invictus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Hearts Invictus has 51% math proficiency (2024 STAAR) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 STAAR).

Is Great Hearts Invictus a charter school?

Yes, Great Hearts Invictus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Great Hearts Invictus a Title I school?

No, Great Hearts Invictus is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Hearts Invictus?

20.5% of students at Great Hearts Invictus qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
784
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

District

GREAT HEARTS TEXAS
District Enrollment
12,019
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,207
District Rank
#12 of 13

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