High Tech High vs Point Loma High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 942 m 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
Point Loma High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,724 students
| Measure | High Tech High San Diego, California | Point Loma High San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #594 of 1,343 | #426 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11091 of 16,910 | #8746 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 412 | 1,724 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 1,724 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.1% | 43.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Point Loma High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.6 vs 39.4).
- •Point Loma High does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Point Loma High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Point Loma High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 47.1%).
- •High Tech High does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 25.0).
- •Point Loma High is the larger school with 1,724 students compared with 412.
- •High Tech High 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 better than Point Loma High?
On the Success Index (US), Point Loma High ranks higher (48.6 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 and Point Loma High?
About 942 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Tech High: 412. Point Loma High: 1,724. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech High and Point Loma High rank in California?
High Tech High is 594th of 1,343 and Point Loma High is 426th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).