Serving 545 students in grades 9-12, Design Tech High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Design Tech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Design Tech High School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Design Tech High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Design Tech High School is 0.71, 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
#1291 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
27%
12%
Hispanic
14%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Design Tech High School's ranking?
Design Tech High School is ranked #1291 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Design Tech High School often compared to?
Design Tech High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodside High School, Sequoia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Design Tech High School?
The graduation rate of Design Tech High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Design Tech High School?
545 students attend Design Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Design Tech High School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Design Tech High School?
Design Tech High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Design Tech High School offer ?
Design Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Design Tech High School part of?
Design Tech High School is part of Design TECH High School District.
In what neighborhood is Design Tech High School located?
Design Tech High School is located in the Redwood Shores neighborhood of Redwood City, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Redwood Shores.
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