HIGH TECH HIGH NORTH COUNTY

High Tech High North County is a Title I public charter high school with about 430 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, High Tech High North County has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

High Tech High North County (HTHNC) is a public charter school located in San Marcos, California, serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the wider High Tech High network, the school is built upon a philosophy of project-based learning, which emphasizes hands-on inquiry, critical thinking, and real-world application rather than traditional lectures or rote memorization. Students engage in long-term, interdisciplinary projects that often culminate in public exhibitions, requiring them to present their work to peers, parents, and industry professionals.

Beyond its academic approach, HTHNC is defined by its commitment to four design principles: equity, personalization, authentic work, and collaborative design. The school creates a small, supportive learning environment where teachers act as mentors, fostering strong relationships that help students navigate their personal and academic growth. By integrating academic rigor with professional-style collaboration, the school aims to prepare its graduates not only for college success but also for active, informed, and creative participation in the modern workforce.

For more information, contact High Tech High North County at (619) 243-5014 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.