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Great Hearts Irving Upper

High School · GREAT HEARTS TEXAS

3520 WORLD CUP, Irving, TX 75038

Charter

Enrollment

886

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#4,022 of 8,552

In Irving

#14 of 52

public schools

In district

#4 of 13

GREAT HEARTS TEXAS

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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6.5/10

High School in Irving · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Great Hearts Irving Upper

Great Hearts Irving Upper is a public high school in Irving, TX, part of GREAT HEARTS TEXAS. Great Hearts Irving Upper serves approximately 886 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Hearts Irving Upper has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #4,022 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Great Hearts Irving Upper show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.5
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Great Hearts Irving Upper 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+1.37 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2024
TrendImproving
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+20.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.7 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College Readiness2.9Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,207
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Great Hearts Irving Upper — Students at Great Hearts Irving Upper score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 63.4% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 76.2% (multi-year average, 2020-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 8 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
63%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
73%
2022
Math
63.6%
ELA
76.7%
2024
Math
64%
ELA
82%

* 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 Irving Upper Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
53th percentile in TX
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
Sports
10
6 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics10sports offered
6 boys'·4 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3520 WORLD CUP, Irving, TX 75038

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Hearts Irving Upper may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MANARA LEADERSHIP ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JACK E SINGLEY ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NORTH LAKE EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Irving, see our Irving schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
GREAT HEARTS IRVING Irving 0.7 mi 5.9
WINFREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (IRVING) Carrollton 0.9 mi 3.2
HOUSTON MIDDLE Irving 1.4 mi 5.1
CLIFTON EARLY CHILDHOOD Irving 1.6 mi 3.2
RADIANT STEM ACADEMY Irving 1.5 mi 6.5
RADIANT STEM ACADEMY Irving 1.5 mi 6.4
JACKIE MAE TOWNSELL EL Irving 1.7 mi 3.5
HALEY T EL Irving 1.8 mi 4.4
NORTH LAKE EARLY COLLEGE H S Irving 1.6 mi 6.5
JACK E SINGLEY ACADEMY Irving 2.0 mi 7.2
LAS COLINAS EL Irving 2.5 mi 8.0
LEE EL Irving 2.5 mi 3.8
JOHNSTON EL Irving 2.7 mi 2.7
HANES EL Irving 2.7 mi 4.4
MANARA ACADEMY Irving 2.7 mi 2.2
MANARA LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Irving 2.7 mi 8.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF LAS COLINAS Irving 2.4 mi 4.9
TRAVIS MIDDLE Irving 2.6 mi 6.6
KINWEST MONTESSORI ACADEMY Irving 2.6 mi
ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF IRVING Irving 2.8 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 75038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,013

Median Home Value

$391,900

Median Rent

$1,467/mo

Population

33,097

College Educated

45.3%

Homeownership

20.1%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

32.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Hearts Irving Upper

What grades does Great Hearts Irving Upper serve?

Great Hearts Irving Upper serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Great Hearts Irving Upper?

Great Hearts Irving Upper has an enrollment of approximately 886 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Irving Upper?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Irving Upper is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Hearts Irving Upper rank in TX?

Great Hearts Irving Upper ranks #4,022 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Great Hearts Irving Upper's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Hearts Irving Upper has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Irving Upper?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Hearts Irving Upper has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2024).

Is Great Hearts Irving Upper a charter school?

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

Is Great Hearts Irving Upper a Title I school?

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

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

22.5% of students at Great Hearts Irving Upper 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
7 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
886
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Dallas County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

District

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

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