HIGH TECH HIGH SCHOOL

High Tech High is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the San Diego Unified school district, located in San Diego, CA with about 558 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 30 teachers, High Tech High has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 (HTH), located in the historic Liberty Station area of San Diego, is a nationally recognized public charter school known for its innovative approach to project-based learning (PBL). Eschewing traditional textbooks and standardized testing, the school emphasizes a student-centered curriculum where learning is driven by hands-on, real-world projects. Students at HTH work in interdisciplinary teams to solve complex problems, often collaborating with community partners and professionals to create authentic products, which they present during public exhibitions.

The school is grounded in a philosophy of "common intellectual mission," which prioritizes equity, personalization, and strong teacher-student relationships. By keeping class sizes small and fostering an environment where teachers act as facilitators rather than lecturers, High Tech High aims to prepare students not only for college success but for active citizenship and professional collaboration. Its unique model has made it a flagship institution in the educational reform movement, frequently serving as a model for schools worldwide that seek to integrate rigorous academics with creative, inquiry-based exploration.

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