Serving 1,279 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Great Hearts Lakeside ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 1,279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Hearts Lakeside ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Great Hearts Lakeside's student population of 1,279 students has grown by 89% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 107% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
1,279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Great Hearts Lakeside ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Hearts Lakeside is 0.67, 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
#1437 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
10%
13%
White
51%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Hearts Lakeside's ranking?
Great Hearts Lakeside is ranked #1437 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Great Hearts Lakeside often compared to?
Great Hearts Lakesideis often viewed alongside schools like Harmony School Of Innovation - Fort Worth by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Great Hearts Lakeside?
1,279 students attend Great Hearts Lakeside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Great Hearts Lakeside students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Hearts Lakeside?
Great Hearts Lakeside has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Hearts Lakeside offer ?
Great Hearts Lakeside offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Great Hearts Lakeside part of?
Great Hearts Lakeside is part of Great Hearts Texas School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
FYI, they''re adding a grade each year until they get to 12th. For the 2025-6 school year, the highest grade is 10th. It''s a great classical education opportunity for anyone in any income bracket. But if you don''t like rules or structure, it won''t be a good fit.
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