Serving 817 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Great Hearts Irving ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Hearts Irving ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Great Hearts Irving's student population of 817 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Hearts Irving ranks within the top 10% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Hearts Irving is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#586 out of 8188 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
51%
5%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
26%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Hearts Irving's ranking?
Great Hearts Irving is ranked #586 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Great Hearts Irving often compared to?
Great Hearts Irvingis often viewed alongside schools like Universal Academy - Coppell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Great Hearts Irving?
817 students attend Great Hearts Irving.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Great Hearts Irving students are Asian, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Hearts Irving?
Great Hearts Irving has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Hearts Irving offer ?
Great Hearts Irving offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Great Hearts Irving part of?
Great Hearts Irving is part of Great Hearts Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Hearts Irving located?
Great Hearts Irving is located in the Arts District neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Arts District.
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