Clairemont Canyons Academy vs High Tech Elementary Mesa
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clairemont Canyons Academy
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
318 students
High Tech Elementary Mesa
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
423 students
| Measure | Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego, California | High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3070 of 5,693 | #2006 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #36649 of 50,301 | #26427 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 318 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 318 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 38.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Tech Elementary Mesa scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 32.9).
- •High Tech Elementary Mesa does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 73.3%).
- •Clairemont Canyons Academy does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 23.5).
- •High Tech Elementary Mesa is the larger school with 423 students compared with 318.
- •Clairemont Canyons Academy is a public school while High Tech Elementary Mesa is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Clairemont Canyons Academy better than High Tech Elementary Mesa?
On the Success Index (US), High Tech Elementary Mesa ranks higher (48.1 vs 32.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Clairemont Canyons Academy and High Tech Elementary Mesa?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clairemont Canyons Academy: 318. High Tech Elementary Mesa: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clairemont Canyons Academy and High Tech Elementary Mesa rank in California?
Clairemont Canyons Academy is 3070th of 5,693 and High Tech Elementary Mesa is 2006th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).