High Tech High International vs High Tech High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 235 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Tech High International
San Diego · Charter high · Grades 9–12
359 students
High Tech High
San Diego · Charter high · Grades 9–12
412 students
| Measure | High Tech High International San Diego, California | High Tech High San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #332 of 1,343 | #594 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #7420 of 16,910 | #11091 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 359 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 359 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.4% | 47.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Tech High International scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 39.4).
- •High Tech High International does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •High Tech High International does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •High Tech High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 50.4%).
- •High Tech High International does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 19.6).
- •High Tech High is the larger school with 412 students compared with 359.
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 High International better than High Tech High?
On the Success Index (US), High Tech High International ranks higher (53.6 vs 39.4 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 High International and High Tech High?
About 235 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Tech High International: 359. High Tech High: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech High International and High Tech High rank in California?
High Tech High International is 332nd of 1,343 and High Tech High is 594th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).