Serving 969 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Great Hearts Arlington ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower 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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 969 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Hearts Arlington ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Great Hearts Arlington's student population of 969 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Total Students
969 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Great Hearts Arlington ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Hearts Arlington is 0.74, 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
#4419 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
6%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
36%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Hearts Arlington's ranking?
Great Hearts Arlington is ranked #4419 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Great Hearts Arlington often compared to?
Great Hearts Arlingtonis often viewed alongside schools like Newman International Academy Watauga by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Great Hearts Arlington?
969 students attend Great Hearts Arlington.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Great Hearts Arlington students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Hearts Arlington?
Great Hearts Arlington has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Hearts Arlington offer ?
Great Hearts Arlington offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9
What school district is Great Hearts Arlington part of?
Great Hearts Arlington is part of Great Hearts Texas School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Hearts Arlington located?
Great Hearts Arlington is located in the Southeast Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 25 other public schools located in Southeast Arlington.
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