Serving 376 students in grades Kindergarten-5, High Tech Elementary Explorer ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech Elementary Explorer ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
High Tech Elementary Explorer's student population of 376 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
376 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Tech Elementary Explorer ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Tech Elementary Explorer is 0.68, 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
#4275 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
49%
55%
Black
7%
5%
White
25%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Tech Elementary Explorer's ranking?
High Tech Elementary Explorer is ranked #4275 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend High Tech Elementary Explorer?
376 students attend High Tech Elementary Explorer.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of High Tech Elementary Explorer students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Tech Elementary Explorer?
High Tech Elementary Explorer has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does High Tech Elementary Explorer offer ?
High Tech Elementary Explorer offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is High Tech Elementary Explorer part of?
High Tech Elementary Explorer is part of High TECH Elementary Explorer School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech Elementary Explorer located?
High Tech Elementary Explorer is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 12 other public schools located in Point Loma.
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