Charter School
High Tech High International
- AOverall Grade
- Public, Charter
- 9-12
- San Diego, CA
- 170 reviews
- AcademicsB+
- DiversityA+
- TeachersA
- College PrepA-
- Clubs & ActivitiesC+
- Health & SafetyA+
- AdministrationA-
- SportsC
- FoodB+
- Resources & FacilitiesB
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- Cost of LivingD-
- Good for FamiliesA-
- HousingC-
Median Household Income
$101,701
National
$55,322Median Rent
$2,219
National
$949Median Home Value
$809,950
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 88%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.16 responses
Poll
- 88%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.16 responses
Students
Diversity
A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
391
Free or Reduced Lunch
40%
- 63%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.19 responses
- 95%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.19 responses
- 42%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.19 responses
Teachers
- 83%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.24 responses
- 96%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.24 responses
- 92%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.24 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
C+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
$14,805/ year
National
$12,239- 81%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.27 responses
- 22%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.27 responses
- 56%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.27 responses
High Tech High International Reviews
170 reviews
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It was a school where I was accepted. I could be my TRUE, REAL, RAW self. Everyone didn't stick to the "norm" or "basics". Everyone had their own vibe, own style, own stigma and it wasn't judged. I could wear my bright, blue fur jacket and stroll the halls without being embarrassed and instead, very bubbly and confident. To make it better, not only did I not have to worry about being my true self, but I also had no worries when it came to school work. Everything at High Tech High International is very organized, helpful and simple. It teaches exactly what benefits us as students ad gets us prepared for our future. We get the privilege of doing college field trips, internships for a whole month and a week off to explore different activities. It's a school full of adventure, self assurance and strength!
Previously, I attended schools that taught traditionally which is different from the project-based algorithm that the High Tech System is known for. Instead of studying, getting homework, and taking tests, I had to adapt to learning the project-based system. I ended up flourishing underneath this strange teaching and found that learning things by building projects with peers helped me learn the subject more then my middle school did. Because the school is small, I get to work with people I already know as well as work closely with teachers as they have fewer students and classes to worry about. The diversity of my school is also a welcome change as I know people who drive up to an hour just to get to school. The small student count also allows for an interesting school culture as students feel closer to each other then say if there were thousands of us.
High Tech High International is a great place to go to high school. The teachers are incredibly supportive and are always ready to tutor or mentor a student when they are struggling. The mix of students is diverse and exciting because they're always ready for the next class and project. The are consistent in their effort to not only inspire students to attend college, but to finish it.