Serving 1,056 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Great Hearts Western Hills ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Great Hearts Western Hills's student population of 1,056 students has grown by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 81% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
1,056 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Hearts Western Hills ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Hearts Western Hills is 0.49, which is less 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
#2721 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
69%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
20%
26%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Western Hills's ranking?
Great Hearts Western Hills is ranked #2721 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Great Hearts Western Hills?
1,056 students attend Great Hearts Western Hills.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Great Hearts Western Hills students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Hearts Western Hills?
Great Hearts Western Hills has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Hearts Western Hills offer ?
Great Hearts Western Hills offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Great Hearts Western Hills part of?
Great Hearts Western Hills is part of Great Hearts Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Hearts Western Hills located?
Great Hearts Western Hills is located in the Far West Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 73 other public schools located in Far West Side.
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