Magnet School
San Diego International Studies
- grade AOverall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 9-12
- San Diego, CA
- Rating 3.66 out of 5 446 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A minus
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C minus
- Health & Safetygrade C
- Administrationgrade D
- Sportsgrade B
- Foodgrade C minus
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade D minus
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AP Enrollment
58%
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- Cost of Livinggrade D
- Good for Familiesgrade B
- Housinggrade D+
Median Household Income
$72,678
National
$62,843Median Rent
$1,527
National
$1,062Median Home Value
$557,634
National
$217,500Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
grade C
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 70%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 53 responses
Poll
- 68%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 53 responses
Students
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,239
Free or Reduced Lunch
51%
- 82%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 55 responses
- 67%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 55 responses
- 76%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 55 responses
Teachers
- 63%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 72 responses
- 81%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 73 responses
- 71%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 73 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C minus
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- 78%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 79 responses
- 27%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 79 responses
- 58%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 79 responses
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San Diego High School International Studies is a great choice in school for all of those who want a diverse amount of academic opportunities. The school offers many Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB) and Honors classes that can be taken by all students on campus. The teachers are very hands on, friendly and understanding, which allows for a greater sense of community at the school. San Diego High is also very racially diverse, allowing for bonds to be made between students from various backgrounds. One thing I would critique about the school is how it is maintained. Areas of the school often become dirty or uncared for after a couple weeks, hurting the natural beauty of the campus.
Entering my last year at San Diego High School International Studies, I can absolutely say I had many novel, educational, and challenging moments. Transitioning from middle school into high school was both exciting and scary. The teachers were incredibly welcoming and trustworthy. I felt that the classes were paced slowly and at a relatively low level of difficulty. However, AP classes were offered the next year, which were very demanding, and I think that I was slightly unprepared for the amount of work I would have to do. Had freshman year presented more difficult classes, I would not have struggled as much. For that reason I wish honors or advanced classes had been offered my first year. Other than that, the energy is friendly and the teachers are always there to help you, whether it be on the way to personal or academic success. It also takes time to develop a relationship with the counselors, but they are willing to help you as long as you advocate for yourself.
At SDIS there are various aspects that have made my overall experience adequate. To start, the academics are very rigorous. There are plenty of classes to chose from that provide a punctilious curriculum while providing students the opportunity to participate in hands-on experiments and research. Altogether, I have seen a ranging variety of teachers. I have had teachers that don't teach students in an understandable way and have unrealistic expectations. Nevertheless, I have had multiple teachers that strive to find a way to teach students in a way that is applicable to our lives and meet student needs. Although, these teaching techniques are not likely to be practiced in college. I am, however, provided with resources such as AVID as a required class in order to prepare myself for college. Also, I feel very safe at school, with many security guards that are especially cautious. Finally, I feel that all types of diversity are accepted and supported.