Clairemont Canyons Academy vs High Tech High Mesa
A head-to-head comparison of two 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 High Mesa
San Diego · Charter high · Grades 9–12
435 students
| Measure | Clairemont Canyons Academy San Diego, California | High Tech High Mesa San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3070 of 5,693 | #478 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #36649 of 50,301 | #9608 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 318 | 435 |
| Enrollment | 318 | 435 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 40.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.7 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Tech High Mesa scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.3 vs 32.9).
- •High Tech High Mesa does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 73.3%).
- •Clairemont Canyons Academy does better on students per teacher (18.7 vs 21.8).
- •High Tech High Mesa is the larger school with 435 students compared with 318.
- •Clairemont Canyons Academy is a public school while High Tech High 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 High Mesa?
On the Success Index (US), High Tech High Mesa ranks higher (45.3 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 High 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 High Mesa: 435. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clairemont Canyons Academy and High Tech High Mesa rank in California?
Clairemont Canyons Academy is 3070th of 5,693 and High Tech High Mesa is 478th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).