Serving 444 students in grades Kindergarten-5, High Tech Elementary School 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 38% (which is higher 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 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% 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: 444 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
High Tech Elementary School's student population of 444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
444 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
High Tech Elementary School 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 Elementary School is 0.66, 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
#4323 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
51%
56%
Black
7%
5%
White
27%
20%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 School's ranking?
High Tech Elementary School is ranked #4323 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?
38% 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 School?
444 students attend High Tech Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of High Tech Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Tech Elementary School?
High Tech Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech Elementary School offer ?
High Tech Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is High Tech Elementary School part of?
High Tech Elementary School is part of High TECH Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech Elementary School located?
High Tech Elementary 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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