High Tech High Media Arts vs Point Loma High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 800 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Tech High Media Arts
San Diego · Charter high · Grades 9–12
355 students
Point Loma High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,724 students
| Measure | High Tech High Media Arts San Diego, California | Point Loma High San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #224 of 1,343 | #426 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #5419 of 16,910 | #8746 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 355 | 1,724 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 1,724 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.1% | 43.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Tech High Media Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.5 vs 48.6).
- •High Tech High Media Arts does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •High Tech High Media Arts does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 62%).
- •High Tech High Media Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.1% vs 43.3%).
- •High Tech High Media Arts does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 25.0).
- •Point Loma High is the larger school with 1,724 students compared with 355.
- •High Tech High Media Arts 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 High Media Arts better than Point Loma High?
On the Success Index (US), High Tech High Media Arts ranks higher (61.5 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 High Media Arts 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 High Media Arts: 355. Point Loma High: 1,724. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech High Media Arts and Point Loma High rank in California?
High Tech High Media Arts is 224th of 1,343 and Point Loma High is 426th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).