Serving 324 students in grades 6-8, High Tech Middle 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 20% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
High Tech Middle School's student population of 324 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
High Tech Middle School 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 Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5617 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
23%
20%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Middle School's ranking?
High Tech Middle School is ranked #5617 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are High Tech Middle School often compared to?
High Tech Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High Tech Middle Media Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend High Tech Middle School?
324 students attend High Tech Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of High Tech Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Tech Middle School?
High Tech Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech Middle School offer ?
High Tech Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is High Tech Middle School part of?
High Tech Middle School is part of High TECH Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech Middle School located?
High Tech Middle 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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