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Below Average

#6751 of 8,547 schools in TX

Great Hearts Online - Tx

School · GREAT HEARTS TEXAS

12500 SAN PEDRO AVENUE STE 500, San Antonio, TX 78216

Charter Virtual Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 462 schools in SAN ANTONIO. Learn more

Enrollment

817

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 9th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In San Antonio

#325 of 516

public schools

Texas schools

#419 of 477

In district

#11 of 13

GREAT HEARTS TEXAS

About Great Hearts Online - Tx

Great Hearts Online - TX is a charter school serving kindergarten through ninth grade in San Antonio. With an enrollment of 817 students and 45 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18.2:1. As an online public school located in Texas's largest city, Great Hearts Online - TX offers families an alternative to traditional brick-and-mortar education.

The school holds a MySchoolScout Rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks at the 50th percentile among Texas schools (#4271 out of 8598 statewide). This middle-range positioning means the school performs near average compared to other Texas public schools, with room for academic growth in several areas. Operating as a charter school, Great Hearts Online - TX brings a different educational model to San Antonio families looking for online learning options.

The school's location in a large urban area provides access to the diverse resources and opportunities that come with city living, while its online format offers flexibility for students whose circumstances benefit from distance learning. Families considering enrollment will want to discuss their child's learning style and academic needs with school representatives to determine if the online environment is the right fit.

What Parents Should Know

Great Hearts Online - Tx is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.

Great Hearts Online - Tx is a virtual school, meaning instruction is delivered primarily online. Virtual schools offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and a reliable home learning environment. Parents should consider whether their child thrives with independent, technology-based learning and ask about the school's approach to student engagement and support.

Score Breakdown

Partial Profile · 3/4 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics5.0Below Average29%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.·Area estimate · Based on 462 schools in SAN ANTONIO
College Readiness6.6Above Average43%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
View breakdown
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement29%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,743

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

How Great Hearts Online - Tx Compares

See how Great Hearts Online - Tx performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
21th percentile in TX
Academic
5.0/10
5.0/10
Environment
2.3/10
Below average

Location

12500 SAN PEDRO AVENUE STE 500, San Antonio, TX 78216

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Hearts Online - Tx may also want to explore other schools in the area. CHURCHILL H S (rated 7.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RIDGEVIEW EL (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HIDDEN FOREST EL (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Antonio, see our San Antonio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
COKER EARLY LEARNING CENTER San Antonio 0.7 mi
COKER EL San Antonio 0.9 mi 6.5
HARMONY HILLS EL San Antonio 1.5 mi 6.4
BRADLEY MIDDLE San Antonio 1.8 mi 5.9
HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio 1.8 mi 4.8
EISENHOWER MIDDLE San Antonio 1.8 mi 4.7
CHURCHILL H S San Antonio 1.7 mi 7.9
BASIS SAN ANTONIO- PRI NORTH CENTRAL CAMPUS San Antonio 2.0 mi 6.1
IMMERSION MONTESSORI ACADEMY San Antonio 2.1 mi
HIDDEN FOREST EL San Antonio 2.5 mi 7.5
LARKSPUR EL San Antonio 2.4 mi 6.5
ALTER H S San Antonio 2.9 mi 7.3
ALTER MIDDLE San Antonio 2.9 mi 6.5
NEISD - PK4SA San Antonio 2.9 mi
RIDGEVIEW EL San Antonio 3.0 mi 7.6
REGENCY PLACE EL San Antonio 2.8 mi 7.0
FOUNDATION SCHOOL OF AUTISM - SAN ANTONIO Lewisville 2.9 mi 5.2
THE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AT CASTLE HILLS San Antonio 2.9 mi 6.3
ST GEORGE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL San Antonio 2.9 mi 6.5
THOUSAND OAKS EL San Antonio 3.0 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78216 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,488

Median Home Value

$281,700

Median Rent

$1,211/mo

Population

42,044

College Educated

34.4%

Homeownership

34.1%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

35.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Great Hearts Online - Tx has a median household income of $55,488. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $281,700, with a median rent of $1,211/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.2%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CROSSWINDS ACCELERATED H S Grand Prairie, TX 4.9
FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY - FRISCO Lewisville, TX 4.9
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GREAT HEARTS ARLINGTON Arlington, TX 4.9
LEGACY PREP CHARTER ACADEMY MESQUITE WEST CAMPUS Dallas, TX 4.9
PIONEER TECHNOLOGY (PTAA) GREENVILLE Dallas, TX 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Hearts Online - Tx

What grades does Great Hearts Online - Tx serve?

Great Hearts Online - Tx serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.

How many students attend Great Hearts Online - Tx?

Great Hearts Online - Tx has an enrollment of approximately 817 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Online - Tx?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Hearts Online - Tx is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Hearts Online - Tx rank in TX?

Great Hearts Online - Tx is ranked #6751 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Great Hearts Online - Tx's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Hearts Online - Tx has a composite rating of 4.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Great Hearts Online - Tx a charter school?

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

Is Great Hearts Online - Tx a Title I school?

No, Great Hearts Online - Tx is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

City Safety
High (5,229/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (San Antonio). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
817
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
45
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Bexar County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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