Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, High Tech High International 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech High International ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
High Tech High International's student population of 359 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
High Tech High International 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 International 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
#3195 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
24%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 International's ranking?
High Tech High International is ranked #3195 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of High Tech High International?
The graduation rate of High Tech High International is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend High Tech High International?
359 students attend High Tech High International.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of High Tech High International students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Tech High International?
High Tech High International has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech High International offer ?
High Tech High International offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is High Tech High International part of?
High Tech High International is part of High TECH High International School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech High International located?
High Tech High International 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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