High Tech Middle vs Point Loma High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 883 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Tech Middle
San Diego · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
324 students
Point Loma High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,724 students
| Measure | High Tech Middle San Diego, California | Point Loma High San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #360 of 1,334 | #426 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #6619 of 15,369 | #8746 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 324 | 1,724 |
| Enrollment | 324 | 1,724 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.8% | 43.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 37% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •High Tech Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.7 vs 48.6).
- •High Tech Middle does better on math proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Point Loma High does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 60%).
- •Point Loma High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 43.8%).
- •High Tech Middle does better on students per teacher (17.1 vs 25.0).
- •Point Loma High is the larger school with 1,724 students compared with 324.
- •High Tech Middle 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 Middle better than Point Loma High?
On the Success Index (US), High Tech Middle ranks higher (54.7 vs 48.6 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 and Point Loma High?
About 883 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Tech Middle: 324. Point Loma High: 1,724. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Tech Middle and Point Loma High rank in California?
High Tech Middle is 360th of 1,334 and Point Loma High is 426th of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).