High Tech High Mesa vs Holmes Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 921 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Tech High Mesa
San Diego · Charter high · Grades 9–12
435 students
Holmes Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
495 students
| Measure | High Tech High Mesa San Diego, California | Holmes Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #478 of 1,343 | #357 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9608 of 16,910 | #5851 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 435 | 495 |
| Enrollment | 435 | 495 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.5% | 23.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 27.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 83% |
| Math proficiency | – | 79% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holmes Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.5 vs 45.3).
- •Holmes Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.8% vs 40.5%).
- •High Tech High Mesa does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 27.5).
- •Holmes Elementary is the larger school with 495 students compared with 435.
- •High Tech High Mesa is a charter school while Holmes Elementary 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 Mesa better than Holmes Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Holmes Elementary ranks higher (78.5 vs 45.3 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 Mesa and Holmes Elementary?
About 921 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Tech High Mesa: 435. Holmes Elementary: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech High Mesa and Holmes Elementary rank in California?
High Tech High Mesa is 478th of 1,343 and Holmes Elementary is 357th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).