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Rated 4.9 · Serving San Diego · Since 2011

Tutoring & SAT Prep Across San Diego County

Whether your student is struggling in a class, preparing for a big test, or simply wants to go further, we'll help you find the right next step.

One-on-one math, science, and SAT/ACT support for middle school through college. Meet in person across San Diego or online.

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Rated 4.9 from 62 Google reviews · 3,700+ students served

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3,700+Students helped since 2011
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4.9 ★Average from 62 Google reviews
Since 2011Trusted by San Diego families for over 15 years
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One-on-One Tutoring in San Diego

High Performance Tutoring has helped San Diego families since 2011, with one-on-one tutoring at home, at local libraries and study spots, or online. Choose academic tutoring or a test prep program below.

A High Performance tutor working one-on-one with a student in San Diego

Academic Tutoring

One-on-one in every core subject, middle school through college, in person across San Diego or online. In person $120/hour, online $80/hour, pay as you go. Pricing

MathChemistryPhysicsBiologyComputer ScienceBusiness & EconomicsAP courses
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MathIntegrated MathAlgebraGeometryTrigonometryPre-CalculusCalculusAdvanced MathStatisticsPhysicsChemistryBiologyComputer ScienceEconomicsAccountingFinance

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SAT & ACT Prep

Prep built around each student's target score and test date, in person or online. Our best students have gained 300+ SAT or 7+ ACT points; most who complete our program gain 150 to 300 (SAT) or 3 to 7 (ACT).

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4.9 average rating from 62 Google reviews · 3,700+ students served since 2011

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Meet Our Tutors

Meet a Few of Our San Diego Tutors

Victor, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Victor C.

5.0session rating
Coronado, CA
In-Person Online
BusinessChemistryComputer ScienceMathPhysicsStatistics SAT ACT

Victor has 7 years as a university math instructor and over 20 years of one-on-one tutoring experience.

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Arian, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Arian A.

5.0session rating
San Diego, CA
In-Person Online
MathPhysics

Arian has over 6 years of tutoring experience in physics, math, computer science, and engineering, and holds a bachelor's degree in Physics from UCLA.

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Alice, tutor at High Performance Tutoring

Alice K.

5.0session rating
San Diego, CA
In-Person Online
Math

Alice holds a B.A. in Sports Medicine and Exercise Physiology from Rice University and tutors K-12 mathematics through Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry.

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In Person in San Diego

Where In-Person Sessions Happen

At homeYour tutor comes to you. A parent must be present for students under 18.
Library or coffee shopMeet near the entrance and work at an open table. We don't usually reserve rooms; if you book a study room, your tutor meets you there.
Chosen when you bookPick from the places your tutor meets, or request your home. You can switch spots, or to online, any time.

Popular San Diego spots include the La Jolla/Riford Library, Carmel Valley Library, and cafes in Del Mar & Encinitas. We serve students at UC San Diego, SDSU, Point Loma, and Mesa College.

Our office is administrative only; sessions happen at the place you choose or online. Meeting places around San Diego →

Real Reviews

Real Students. Real Results.

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I highly recommend High Performance Tutoring. Easy to schedule, very responsive, and Casey is killing it connecting with teenagers!
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Amanda B. San Diego Parent
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Victor is AMAZING! He explains in a way that both my kids understand so clearly.
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Susan H. San Diego Parent
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Liz is a fantastic tutor! Jack has improved his marks significantly in Algebra 2. She has a way of teaching him to attack difficult problems and understand the concepts, with patience and a calm approach.
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Madona B. San Diego Parent
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Audrey is really enjoying her sessions with Trevor. He is very patient with her, exactly what she needs to help boost her confidence in math.
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Kia M. San Diego Parent
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My daughter benefited from Victor's tutoring in Compacted Integrated Math III / Pre-Calculus, and we're signing her up again for AP Calculus next year. He is patient, flexible, and very knowledgeable. We recommend High Performance Tutoring.
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Alex G. San Diego Parent
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★★★★★
After her tutoring sessions with Sam, Ava comes home feeling so confident and relieved. His explanations are clear and build on the next chapters. Highly recommend!
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Leila W. San Diego Parent
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Victor at High Performance Tutoring is 5 star all the way! He has tutored both my high school kids in math and science. He is reliable, a wonderful teacher, and he really cares about his students.
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Marion M. San Diego Parent
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My daughter has nothing but wonderful things to say about Victor. He is patient and really helps her understand what she is learning in class. Worth every penny!
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Thea H. San Diego Parent
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McKenna is an excellent tutor. Not only is she knowledgeable, she has the ability to make difficult material comprehensible and interesting. I especially appreciate how approachable she is.
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Brenda B. San Diego Parent
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★★★★★
My children have loved every tutor we have used from High Performance. The tutors have helped them excel in their studies in the classroom and helped them succeed on the AP, IB, ACT, and SAT exams!
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Trish High School Parent
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My son went from a frustrated 9th grader getting D's on his math tests to straight A's for the next three years. He actually signed himself up for AP Calculus his senior year because he wanted to maintain his knowledge going into college.
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Julie High School Parent
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Dominic loves his sessions with Victor. He feels empowered and prepared for his classes, and it has removed so much of his anxiety. We are so happy to have Victor as a resource for him!
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Maureen F. San Diego Parent
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Tutoring Across San Diego

Meet online from anywhere, or in person throughout the San Diego metro area.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your first hour of tutoring is completely free, no commitment required. Browse our tutors, find the one who best fits your needs, and book your first session right here on the website. Prefer to have us handle it? Call us at (619) 313-4861 and we'll match you with a great tutor and book your first hour for you. Either way, you only continue if you're happy, it's how we let the quality of our tutors speak for itself.
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Tutoring starts at only $60/hour! Your exact rate depends on a few things: whether you meet online or in-person, whether it's an academic subject or SAT/ACT test prep, which tutor you work with (some cost more than others), and whether you pay as you go or buy a package, bulk hours come at a discount. After your free first hour we'll put together a plan that fits your goals and budget. The easiest way to start is to create an account and set up your free first session online in minutes, or just call or text us at (619) 313-4861.
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Your first session is free! After that, we keep a credit card on file and charge it as each session is completed, with no large upfront payment and no long-term contract. If you'd like to save, our academic tutoring offers a discounted 10-hour Honor Roll package, paid up front; its hours never expire and can be shared by any student in your family. Our SAT and ACT prep is sold in packages of 12, 24, or 48 hours, with a lower per-hour rate the more hours you buy. For SAT and ACT prep you can also spread the cost over 12 months with our financing option through Affirm.

You choose what's most convenient for in-person sessions, your home, a local library, or a coffee shop, at the same price either way. We tutor throughout the greater San Diego area, and online anywhere in the U.S. Once you're matched, you and your tutor settle on a regular spot that works for you both.

We cover math from middle school through advanced college courses, the sciences (physics, chemistry, and biology), statistics, computer science, and SAT, ACT, and PSAT prep. Many of our tutors also help with the GRE, GMAT, and MCAT. Just ask about your specific subject or test, chances are we have a tutor for it.

Yes! It's our most popular option. We meet on Zoom or Google Meet in an interactive video classroom that's every bit as personalized as meeting in person, and it's typically more cost-effective. It also opens up our entire national network of tutors instead of limiting you to who's nearby, so you get the best possible match for your subject and goals, from anywhere in the U.S.

We hire only the top 5% of tutor applicants and train them to become High Performance Certified, vetted for subject mastery, teaching ability, and personality. And unlike companies that just hand you a name from a directory, our tutors work as a team: they share notes and coordinate behind the scenes, so switching tutors or getting help across multiple subjects stays seamless. You're not getting a random tutor, you're getting one of the best, backed by a whole team.

Tell us the subject, your goals, your schedule, and whether you'd prefer in-person or online sessions, and we'll match you with the tutor who fits best. If it's not the right fit, we'll find you another at no extra cost.

Just let us know and we'll match you with a different tutor at no extra cost, no awkward conversation needed. Because our tutors work as a team and share notes, a new tutor can pick up right where the last one left off. We care about the right fit, not just any fit.

After every session, your tutor writes feedback on what was covered and what's next. If you ever have a question about how things are going, call or message our office and we'll check in with your tutor.

For most students who complete our program, SAT scores typically improve 150–300 points and ACT scores 3–7 points, and those are typical ranges, not a ceiling: our best students have gained 300+ points on the SAT and 7+ on the ACT. Results aren't guaranteed; the single biggest factor is the effort you put in between sessions, and our personalized approach is built to maximize every point.

Absolutely! We understand that life happens. We only ask for 6 hours' notice to reschedule or cancel a session, which is far more generous than the 24-hour policy most tutoring companies require. Just contact us and we'll find a new time that works. You can also log in to your account and reschedule or cancel a session there. Sessions cancelled with less than 6 hours' notice are charged.

Last updated September 2026

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