Serving 624 students in grades 9-12, High Tech High Chula Vista ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech High Chula Vista ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
High Tech High Chula Vista's student population of 624 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of High Tech High Chula Vista is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are High Tech High Chula Vista often compared to?
High Tech High Chula Vistais often viewed alongside schools like Olympian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of High Tech High Chula Vista?
The graduation rate of High Tech High Chula Vista is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend High Tech High Chula Vista?
624 students attend High Tech High Chula Vista.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of High Tech High Chula Vista students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Tech High Chula Vista?
High Tech High Chula Vista has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech High Chula Vista offer ?
High Tech High Chula Vista offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is High Tech High Chula Vista part of?
High Tech High Chula Vista is part of High TECH High Chula Vista School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech High Chula Vista located?
High Tech High Chula Vista is located in the Otay Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Otay Ranch.
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