Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Great Hearts Monte Vista ranks in the top 10% 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 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% 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-5
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Hearts Monte Vista 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 Monte Vista's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
468 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Great Hearts Monte Vista ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Hearts Monte Vista is 0.55, 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
#735 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
56%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
37%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Monte Vista's ranking?
Great Hearts Monte Vista is ranked #735 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Great Hearts Monte Vista often compared to?
Great Hearts Monte Vistais often viewed alongside schools like Basis San Antonio- Pri North Central Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Great Hearts Monte Vista?
468 students attend Great Hearts Monte Vista.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Great Hearts Monte Vista students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Hearts Monte Vista?
Great Hearts Monte Vista has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Hearts Monte Vista offer ?
Great Hearts Monte Vista offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Great Hearts Monte Vista part of?
Great Hearts Monte Vista is part of Great Hearts Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Hearts Monte Vista located?
Great Hearts Monte Vista is located in the Tobin Hill neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 4 other public schools located in Tobin Hill.
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