Serving 435 students in grades 9-12, High Tech High Mesa ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech High Mesa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
High Tech High Mesa's student population of 435 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
High Tech High Mesa ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Tech High Mesa is 0.69, 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
#3106 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
12%
Hispanic
39%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
38%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 High Mesa's ranking?
High Tech High Mesa is ranked #3106 out of 9,523 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 Mesa?
The graduation rate of High Tech High Mesa is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend High Tech High Mesa?
435 students attend High Tech High Mesa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of High Tech High Mesa students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Tech High Mesa?
High Tech High Mesa has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech High Mesa offer ?
High Tech High Mesa offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is High Tech High Mesa part of?
High Tech High Mesa is part of High TECH High Mesa School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech High Mesa located?
High Tech High Mesa is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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