High Tech High vs Magnolia Science Academy 3
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 157 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Tech High
San Diego · Charter high · Grades 9–12
412 students
Magnolia Science Academy 3
Carson · Charter high · Grades 6–12
411 students
| Measure | High Tech High San Diego, California | Magnolia Science Academy 3 Carson, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #594 of 1,343 | #1126 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11091 of 16,910 | #15356 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 412 | 411 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.1% | 72.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| city | San Diego | Carson |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Tech High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.4 vs 19.4).
- •High Tech High does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •High Tech High does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 36%).
- •High Tech High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 72.5%).
- •High Tech High does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 22.8).
- •High Tech High is the larger school with 412 students compared with 411.
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 better than Magnolia Science Academy 3?
On the Success Index (US), High Tech High ranks higher (39.4 vs 19.4 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 and Magnolia Science Academy 3?
About 157 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Carson in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Tech High: 412. Magnolia Science Academy 3: 411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech High and Magnolia Science Academy 3 rank in California?
High Tech High is 594th of 1,343 and Magnolia Science Academy 3 is 1126th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).