Very Good
#2126 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 25% in state
Great Hearts Monte Vista
Elementary School · GREAT HEARTS TEXAS
211 BELKNAP PLACE, San Antonio, TX 78212
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher
24.5:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#2,126 of 8,552
In San Antonio
#72 of 516
public schools
In district
#2 of 13
GREAT HEARTS TEXAS
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Great Hearts Monte Vista
Great Hearts Monte Vista is a public elementary school in San Antonio, TX, part of GREAT HEARTS TEXAS. Great Hearts Monte Vista serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Hearts Monte Vista has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,126 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Great Hearts Monte Vista show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 6.1
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Great Hearts Monte Vista runs 24.5:1 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 Monte Vista 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 Monte Vista — Students at Great Hearts Monte Vista score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Great Hearts Monte Vista Compares
See how Great Hearts Monte Vista performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
211 BELKNAP PLACE, San Antonio, TX 78212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Hearts Monte Vista may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARK TWAIN DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is AGNES COTTON ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BEACON HILL ACADEMY (rated 4.9/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRAVIS EARLY COLLEGE H S San Antonio | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| IMELDA DAVIS EARLY COLLEGE H S San Antonio | 0.3 mi | — |
| KEYSTONE SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MARK TWAIN DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| POSITIVE SOLUTIONS CHARTER San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| GREAT HEARTS MONTE VISTA NORTH San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| ADVANCED LEARNING ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| GONZALES EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPUS San Antonio | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| ST ANTHONY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| AGNES COTTON ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| HAWTHORNE PK-8 ACADEMY San Antonio | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| BEACON HILL ACADEMY San Antonio | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| SAISD - PK 4 SA San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| FOX TECHNICAL H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| CAST TECH H S San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL -SAN ANTONIO San Antonio | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| CHRISTUS SANTA ROSA San Antonio | 1.5 mi | — |
| MARGIL EL San Antonio | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| EDISON H S San Antonio | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,222
Median Home Value
$299,400
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
26,670
College Educated
39.2%
Homeownership
47.3%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.9%
Median Age
40
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| ALDRIDGE EL Richardson, TX | 7.6 |
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| AUSTIN PARKWAY EL Sugar Land, TX | 7.6 |
| BOLIN EL Parker, TX | 7.6 |
| BRADFIELD EL Garland, TX | 7.6 |
| BUTTERFIELD EL Sanger, TX | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Hearts Monte Vista
What grades does Great Hearts Monte Vista serve?
Great Hearts Monte Vista serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Great Hearts Monte Vista?
Great Hearts Monte Vista has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Monte Vista?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Monte Vista is 24.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Hearts Monte Vista rank in TX?
Great Hearts Monte Vista ranks #2,126 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Great Hearts Monte Vista's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Hearts Monte Vista has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Monte Vista?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Hearts Monte Vista has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Great Hearts Monte Vista a charter school?
Yes, Great Hearts Monte Vista is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Great Hearts Monte Vista a Title I school?
No, Great Hearts Monte Vista is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Hearts Monte Vista?
26.6% of students at Great Hearts Monte Vista 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 466
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Bexar County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.1%
- Phone
- (210) 888-9485
Resources & Links
District
GREAT HEARTS TEXAS- District Enrollment
- 12,019
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,207
- District Rank
- #2 of 13
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