High Tech Middle Mesa vs Marston Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Tech Middle Mesa
San Diego · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
352 students
Marston Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
702 students
| Measure | High Tech Middle Mesa San Diego, California | Marston Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #283 of 1,334 | #375 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4991 of 15,369 | #6957 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 352 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.2% | 47.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.7 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 56% |
| Math proficiency | – | 48% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Tech Middle Mesa scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.2 vs 53.2).
- •High Tech Middle Mesa does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.2% vs 47.6%).
- •High Tech Middle Mesa does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 21.9).
- •Marston Middle is the larger school with 702 students compared with 352.
- •High Tech Middle Mesa is a charter school while Marston 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 Middle Mesa better than Marston Middle?
On the Success Index (US), High Tech Middle Mesa ranks higher (62.2 vs 53.2 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 Middle Mesa and Marston Middle?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Tech Middle Mesa: 352. Marston Middle: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech Middle Mesa and Marston Middle rank in California?
High Tech Middle Mesa is 283rd of 1,334 and Marston Middle is 375th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).