High Tech Elementary Mesa vs Marston Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Tech Elementary Mesa
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
423 students
Marston Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
702 students
| Measure | High Tech Elementary Mesa San Diego, California | Marston Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2006 of 5,693 | #375 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #26427 of 50,301 | #6957 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 423 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.5% | 47.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 56% |
| Math proficiency | – | 48% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marston Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.2 vs 48.1).
- •High Tech Elementary Mesa does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 47.6%).
- •Marston Middle does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 23.5).
- •Marston Middle is the larger school with 702 students compared with 423.
- •High Tech Elementary Mesa is a charter school while Marston Middle 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 Mesa better than Marston Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Marston Middle ranks higher (53.2 vs 48.1 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 Mesa and Marston Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Tech Elementary Mesa: 423. Marston Middle: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech Elementary Mesa and Marston Middle rank in California?
High Tech Elementary Mesa is 2006th of 5,693 and Marston Middle is 375th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).