Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, High Tech Elementary Mesa ranks in the bottom 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% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech Elementary Mesa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
High Tech Elementary Mesa's student population of 423 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
High Tech Elementary Mesa ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Tech Elementary Mesa is 0.74, which is more 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
#4942 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
22%
12%
Hispanic
32%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Mesa's ranking?
High Tech Elementary Mesa is ranked #4942 out of 9,523 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend High Tech Elementary Mesa?
423 students attend High Tech Elementary Mesa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of High Tech Elementary Mesa students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Tech Elementary Mesa?
High Tech Elementary Mesa has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech Elementary Mesa offer ?
High Tech Elementary Mesa offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is High Tech Elementary Mesa part of?
High Tech Elementary Mesa is part of High TECH Elementary Mesa School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech Elementary Mesa located?
High Tech Elementary Mesa is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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