Serving 337 students in grades 6-8, High Tech Middle Mesa 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 35% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech Middle Mesa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
High Tech Middle Mesa's student population of 337 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Tech Middle Mesa 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 Middle Mesa is 0.70, 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
#3002 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
12%
Hispanic
33%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
41%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Middle Mesa's ranking?
High Tech Middle Mesa is ranked #3002 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are High Tech Middle Mesa often compared to?
High Tech Middle Mesais often viewed alongside schools like High Tech Elementary Mesa by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend High Tech Middle Mesa?
337 students attend High Tech Middle Mesa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of High Tech Middle Mesa students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Tech Middle Mesa?
High Tech Middle Mesa has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does High Tech Middle Mesa offer ?
High Tech Middle Mesa offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is High Tech Middle Mesa part of?
High Tech Middle Mesa is part of High TECH Middle Mesa School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech Middle Mesa located?
High Tech Middle Mesa is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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