High Tech Elementary Explorer vs Point Loma High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 800 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Tech Elementary Explorer
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
386 students
Point Loma High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,724 students
| Measure | High Tech Elementary Explorer San Diego, California | Point Loma High San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1821 of 5,693 | #426 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #24260 of 50,301 | #8746 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 386 | 1,724 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 1,724 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.6% | 43.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Tech Elementary Explorer scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.3 vs 48.6).
- •High Tech Elementary Explorer does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Point Loma High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 44.6%).
- •High Tech Elementary Explorer does better on students per teacher (24.1 vs 25.0).
- •Point Loma High is the larger school with 1,724 students compared with 386.
- •High Tech Elementary Explorer is a charter school while Point Loma High is a public 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 High Tech Elementary Explorer better than Point Loma High?
On the Success Index (US), High Tech Elementary Explorer ranks higher (51.3 vs 48.6 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 High Tech Elementary Explorer and Point Loma High?
About 800 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Tech Elementary Explorer: 386. Point Loma High: 1,724. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech Elementary Explorer and Point Loma High rank in California?
High Tech Elementary Explorer is 1821st of 5,693 and Point Loma High is 426th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).