Serving 250 students in grades 6-8, High Tech La Middle 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 32% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 250 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech La Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
High Tech La Middle School's student population of 250 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
250 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
High Tech La Middle 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 La Middle School is 0.25, 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
#3798 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
9%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
86%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 La Middle School's ranking?
High Tech La Middle School is ranked #3798 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend High Tech La Middle School?
250 students attend High Tech La Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of High Tech La Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Tech La Middle School?
High Tech La Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech La Middle School offer ?
High Tech La Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is High Tech La Middle School part of?
High Tech La Middle School is part of High TECH La Middle School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech La Middle School located?
High Tech La Middle School is located in the Van Nuys neighborhood of Sherman Oaks, CA.
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