Serving 352 students in grades 6-8, High Tech Middle Mesa ranks in the top 30% 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% 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: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High Tech Middle Mesa ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
High Tech Middle Mesa's student population of 352 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 118% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
High Tech Middle Mesa ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Tech Middle Mesa is 0.72, 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
#2589 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
4%
5%
White
34%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Middle Mesa's ranking?
High Tech Middle Mesa is ranked #2589 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend High Tech Middle Mesa?
352 students attend High Tech Middle Mesa.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of High Tech Middle Mesa students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Tech Middle Mesa?
High Tech Middle Mesa has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does High Tech Middle Mesa offer ?
High Tech Middle Mesa offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is High Tech Middle Mesa part of?
High Tech Middle Mesa is part of High TECH Middle Mesa School District.
In what neighborhood is High Tech Middle Mesa located?
High Tech Middle Mesa is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
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