High Tech LA vs William Mulholland Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 674 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Tech LA
Lake Balboa · Charter high · Grades 9–12
362 students
William Mulholland Middle
Lake Balboa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,098 students
| Measure | High Tech LA Lake Balboa, California | William Mulholland Middle Lake Balboa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #145 of 1,343 | #802 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4057 of 16,910 | #12596 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 362 | 1,098 |
| Enrollment | 362 | 1,098 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 31% |
| city | Lake Balboa | Lake Balboa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Tech LA scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.0 vs 26.5).
- •High Tech LA does better on math proficiency (62% vs 31%).
- •High Tech LA does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 44%).
- •High Tech LA does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 93.5%).
- •William Mulholland Middle does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 22.6).
- •William Mulholland Middle is the larger school with 1,098 students compared with 362.
- •High Tech LA is a charter school while William Mulholland Middle 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 LA better than William Mulholland Middle?
On the Success Index (US), High Tech LA ranks higher (67.0 vs 26.5 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 LA and William Mulholland Middle?
About 674 m in a straight line, between Lake Balboa and Lake Balboa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Tech LA: 362. William Mulholland Middle: 1,098. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech LA and William Mulholland Middle rank in California?
High Tech LA is 145th of 1,343 and William Mulholland Middle is 802nd of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).