Design Tech High School
High school in Redwood City, CA · San Mateo Union High · Grades 9-12 · Charter
On the spring 2026 state tests, 81% of Design Tech High School students met or exceeded California's reading (ELA) standard and 59% met the math standard. In reading, that is 32 points above the California average (49%). Its reading result is higher than 85% of Bay Area high schools, and it ranks 1st of 3 public high schools in Redwood City. Reading results in 2026 were 2 points lower than in 2024, and math results were 5 points lower than in 2024.
Test scores, 2024 to 2026
| Subject | Spring 2024 | Spring 2025 | Spring 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading (ELA) | 83% | 90% | 81% | −2 pts |
| Math | 65% | 63% | 59% | −5 pts |
Compared with nearby averages
| Spring 2026 | Reading (ELA) | Math |
|---|---|---|
| Design Tech High School | 81% | 59% |
| San Mateo County | 59% | 53% |
| California | 49% | 38% |
Where graduates go
Share of the class of 2022-23 enrolled in college within 16 months of graduating.
For fall 2025, UC admitted 76 of 94 freshman applicants from Design Tech High School (81%), and 24 enrolled.
Homes near Design Tech High School
The typical home value in ZIP code 94065, where Design Tech High School is located, is $1.78M, up 1.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Charter schools usually admit by application or lottery, so where you live may not decide whether your child can attend.
Nearby high schools
| Distance | School | Reading (ELA) | Math | Typical home value (ZIP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 mi | Carlmont HighBelmont · Grades 9-12 | 87% | 75% | $2.27M |
| 2.8 mi | Hillsdale HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-12 | 68% | 43% | $1.81M |
| 3.6 mi | Sequoia HighRedwood City · Grades 9-12 | 63% | 37% | $2.71M |
| 3.8 mi | Aragon HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-12 | 81% | 65% | $2.46M |
| 4.4 mi | Summit Preparatory Charter High CharterRedwood City · Grades 9-12 | 34% | 24% | $1.27M |
| 4.8 mi | San Mateo HighSan Mateo · Grades 9-12 | 62% | 48% | $1.20M |
School details
- Address
- 275 Oracle Parkway, Redwood City, CA 94065
Get directions · See it on our map - Phone
- (650) 231-2701
- District
- San Mateo Union High
- County
- San Mateo County
- Grades
- 9-12
- Students
- 563 (2025-26)
- Type
- High school · Traditional · Charter
- Opened
- 2014
- Website
- designtechhighschool.org
- State school code
- 41690470129759
Common questions
How did Design Tech High School do on state tests?
In spring 2026, 81% of students met or exceeded the reading (ELA) standard and 59% met the math standard, compared with 49% and 38% across California.
How many students attend Design Tech High School?
563 students were enrolled in the 2025-26 school year, in grades 9-12.
How many Design Tech High School students get into UC?
For fall 2025, 76 of 94 UC freshman applicants from Design Tech High School were admitted. Of the class of 2022-23, 18% enrolled at a UC campus within 16 months.
How much do homes cost near Design Tech High School?
The typical home value in ZIP code 94065, where Design Tech High School is located, is $1.78M, up 1.4% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index). Prices inside the school's attendance zone can differ.
Does living near Design Tech High School guarantee a spot?
No. As a charter school it usually admits by application or lottery rather than by address.