Serving 886 students in grades 6-12, Great Hearts Irving Upper 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 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Hearts Irving Upper 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 Upper's student population of 886 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Great Hearts Irving Upper 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 Irving Upper is 0.73, 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
#526 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
6%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
31%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Irving Upper's ranking?
Great Hearts Irving Upper is ranked #526 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Great Hearts Irving Upper often compared to?
Great Hearts Irving Upperis often viewed alongside schools like Uplift Education-north Hills Prep High School, Universal Academy - Coppell by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Hearts Irving Upper?
The graduation rate of Great Hearts Irving Upper is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Great Hearts Irving Upper?
886 students attend Great Hearts Irving Upper.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Great Hearts Irving Upper students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Hearts Irving Upper?
Great Hearts Irving Upper has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Great Hearts Irving Upper offer ?
Great Hearts Irving Upper offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Great Hearts Irving Upper part of?
Great Hearts Irving Upper is part of Great Hearts Texas School District.
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