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#6540 of 9,539 schools in CA
High Tech High Mesa
High School · High Tech High Mesa District
2861 Womble Rd., San Diego, CA 92106
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,540 of 9,539
In San Diego
#215 of 288
public schools
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About High Tech High Mesa
High Tech High Mesa is a public high school in San Diego, CA, part of High Tech High Mesa District. High Tech High Mesa serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. High Tech High Mesa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,540 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for High Tech High Mesa show 41% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
High Tech High Mesa runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
High Tech High Mesa is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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High Tech High Mesa — Students at High Tech High Mesa score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 4 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
How High Tech High Mesa Compares
See how High Tech High Mesa performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2861 Womble Rd., San Diego, CA 92106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering High Tech High Mesa may also want to explore other high schools in the area. San Diego Metro Career and Tech (rated 6.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SCY HIGH (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL) (rated 6.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Diego, see our San Diego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| THE CHILD'S PRIMARY SCHOOL San Diego | 0.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Child's Primary, The San Diego | 0.3 mi | — |
| Mt. Everest Academy San Diego | 0.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Riley/New Dawn San Diego | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Holmes Elementary San Diego | 0.6 mi | 9.2 |
| JAPANESE ACADEMY OF SAN DIEGO San Diego | 0.7 mi | — |
| SCY HIGH (SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL) San Diego | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Southern California Yeshiva High School San Diego | 0.8 mi | — |
| Sequoia Elementary San Diego | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| COASTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Japanese Academy of San Diego San Diego | 0.9 mi | — |
| Kavod Charter San Diego | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| John Muir Language Academy San Diego | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Reformation Lutheran Church and School San Diego | 1.0 mi | — |
| REFORMATION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Diego | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| San Diego Metro Career and Tech San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| BRIGHT HORIZON ACADEMY San Diego | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,209
Median Home Value
$1,359,000
Median Rent
$2,231/mo
Population
20,863
College Educated
62.7%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Median Age
38.7
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| Frontier High Camarillo, CA | 5.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about High Tech High Mesa
What grades does High Tech High Mesa serve?
High Tech High Mesa serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend High Tech High Mesa?
High Tech High Mesa has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at High Tech High Mesa?
The student-teacher ratio at High Tech High Mesa is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does High Tech High Mesa rank in CA?
High Tech High Mesa ranks #6,540 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is High Tech High Mesa's MySchoolScout rating?
High Tech High Mesa has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at High Tech High Mesa?
Based on loaded state assessment records, High Tech High Mesa has 41% math proficiency (2024 CAASPP) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 CAASPP).
Is High Tech High Mesa a charter school?
Yes, High Tech High Mesa is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is High Tech High Mesa a Title I school?
No, High Tech High Mesa is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for High Tech High Mesa?
38.1% of students at High Tech High Mesa qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Diego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (619) 795-1810
Resources & Links
District
High Tech High Mesa District- District Enrollment
- 431
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,157
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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