DESIGN TECH HIGH SCHOOL

Design Tech High is a public charter high school that is part of the San Mateo Union High school district, located in Redwood City, CA with about 552 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 17 teachers, Design Tech High has a student/teacher ratio of about 32:1. 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.

Design Tech High School, commonly known as **d.tech**, is a unique public charter high school located in Redwood City, California, on the campus of the Oracle headquarters. The school is built on the philosophy of "design thinking," an iterative problem-solving methodology that encourages students to empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. By integrating this design-centric approach into every aspect of the curriculum, d.tech aims to transform students into active problem-solvers who are prepared to tackle real-world challenges rather than simply memorizing traditional academic content.

The school is notable for its innovative physical and educational environment, which fosters collaboration, creativity, and interdisciplinary learning. Students engage in personalized, competency-based learning modules, often working on projects that require them to apply their knowledge across multiple subjects. Because of its location and its strong emphasis on preparing students for 21st-century careers, the school maintains close ties with industry professionals and emphasizes "real-world readiness," providing students with the skills and mindset necessary to excel in higher education and a rapidly evolving global workforce.

For more information, contact Design Tech High at (650) 231-2701 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.