Serving 642 students in grades 9-12, High Tech High Chula Vista 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech High Chula Vista ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
High Tech High Chula Vista's student population of 642 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Tech High Chula Vista 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 High Chula Vista is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3115 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
73%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Tech High Chula Vista's ranking?
High Tech High Chula Vista is ranked #3115 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are High Tech High Chula Vista often compared to?
High Tech High Chula Vistais often viewed alongside schools like Olympian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of High Tech High Chula Vista?
The graduation rate of High Tech High Chula Vista is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend High Tech High Chula Vista?
642 students attend High Tech High Chula Vista.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of High Tech High Chula Vista students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Tech High Chula Vista?
High Tech High Chula Vista has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech High Chula Vista offer ?
High Tech High Chula Vista offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is High Tech High Chula Vista part of?
High Tech High Chula Vista is part of High TECH High Chula Vista School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech High Chula Vista located?
High Tech High Chula Vista is located in the Otay Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Otay Ranch.
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