Serving 521 students in grades 9-12, High Tech High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
High Tech High School's student population of 521 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
521 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Tech High School ranks within the bottom 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 School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5447 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
52%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
28%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 High School's ranking?
High Tech High School is ranked #5447 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of High Tech High School?
The graduation rate of High Tech High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend High Tech High School?
521 students attend High Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of High Tech High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Tech High School?
High Tech High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does High Tech High School offer ?
High Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is High Tech High School part of?
High Tech High School is part of High TECH High School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech High School located?
High Tech High School 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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