Gary and Jerri-Ann Jacobs High Tech High Charter School, often referred to as High Tech High, is a public charter high school in San Diego, California, United States. The school is now one of several schools operated under the High Tech High charter schools umbrella organization.
Serving 487 students in grades 9-12, High Tech High 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 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
High Tech High School's student population of 487 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Rankings
High Tech High 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 High School is 0.65, 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
#3560 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
27%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Tech High School's ranking?
High Tech High School is ranked #3560 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of High Tech High School?
The graduation rate of High Tech High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend High Tech High School?
487 students attend High Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of High Tech High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Tech High School?
High Tech High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech High School offer ?
High Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is High Tech High School part of?
High Tech High School is part of High TECH High School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech High School located?
High Tech High 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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