Serving 391 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). 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 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 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 391 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Tech High International ranks within the top 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Tech High International is 0.59, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#4047 out of 9602 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
50%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
8%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
40%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
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 #4047 out of 9,602 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% 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 87%.
How many students attend High Tech High International?
391 students attend High Tech High International.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of High Tech High International students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Tech High International?
High Tech High International has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher 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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