City High Middle School, located on the southern edge of the Creston neighborhood in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a highly rated public magnet school serving over 900 students in grades seven through 12.
A unique opportunity at this school is the comprehensive International Baccalaureate Program, offered to all students at no cost. This program is renowned for developing learners who are curious, creative and confident as well as making them well-prepared for post-secondary education. Students in grades seven through 10 follow the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program, while students in grades 11 and 12 complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program.
City High Middle School's campus is also home to the sixth-grade Center for Economicology, a program created to equip sixth graders with the skills to become lifelong stewards of the Earth through enrichment activities like camping and studying renewable energy.
In 2019, City High Middle School was awarded the National Blue Ribbon, recognizing its overall academic excellence.
As part of the Grand Rapids Public School System, students at City High Middle School can show their school spirit as a City Pegasus while playing on a variety of athletic teams.
City High Middle School
Public Middle, High School
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Grade 7-12
1720 Plainfield Ave NE,
Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Ryan Huppert
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1260
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
66%
Reading Proficiency
83%
Average GPA
3.64
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
A
B+
A+
B
C
C-
C-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.64
Reading Proficiency
83%
Math Proficiency
66%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
43
Full Time Teachers
43
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1260
Math
620
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
30
Reading
30
Science
29
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
308:1
Student Diversity
Female
59.4%
Male
40.6%
White
51.7%
Hispanic
24.4%
Black
11.5%
Two or more races
6.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.1%
Native American
<1%
School Rankings
#2
Best Magnet HS in Michigan
#3
Best College Prep Public HS in Michigan
#10
Best HS for the Arts in Michigan
Specialty School Programs
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
390 Students
Michigan State University
368 Students
Grand Valley State University
218 Students
Western Michigan University
115 Students
University of Chicago
108 Students
Central Michigan University
92 Students
Ferris State University
91 Students
New York University
85 Students
Northern Michigan University
85 Students
Michigan Technological University
85 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology
84 Students
Psychology
76 Students
Business
73 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
56 Students
Nursing
49 Students
Political Science and Government
36 Students
Pre-Law Studies
32 Students
Environmental Science
31 Students
Engineering
28 Students
Film and Video Studies
25 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/11/2025
A pretty good school if you want a challenge. Great for college readiness and for community! Would recommend for this in the GR area.
5/28/2024
This school prepares students for college from 6th to 12th grade. Even though I have been at that school for 2 years, I have improved a lot in my reading, writing, and speaking skills. I also got involved with my community.
1/14/2024
I am graduating from city high this year, and honestly i could not imagine growing and learning in a different school. The community of students here is extremely close knit, it feels as though everyone is a friend. There is very little to no bullying and the teachers all are genuine in their help. While the sports are lacking, this is not the focus of the school. City is a place to learn and become ready for college, and I can say with complete confidence that i am academically ready for this next step in my life.
GreatSchools Reviews
2/4/2024
They care about your grades rather than your mental health. I was in the worst place of my life, I failed on a test, and I explained this to my teacher, that I had too much homework every day and that I have a disability to concentrate, and after all of that, she just simply said, “Well, welcome to...
5/7/2015
City is an excellent school for those students who want to be challenged. The curriculum is for students who are excelling. The students at City are some of the finest students. A very diverse school and no one gets bullied for being different. The teachers go above and beyond to help students. Lots...
11/4/2013
I rate this school a 5 because I go there but also the have a great acidemic program where kids learn its amazing and where number 2 in the state
10/24/2013
I am a current student at City, and I kind of liked it last year, but this year they just changed our schedule, and I feel like the homework load has doubled. We're getting assigned lots of projects due at the same time and not enough time to do them. I feel like my classes are mainly uninspiring, t...
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List Price Range
$200K - $547K
Homes For Sale
30
Average Home Value
$299,123
Median Lot Size
10,890 Sq Ft
% Renters
29%
Average Household Income
$75,438
% of College Grads
34.7%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,428 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
36.6%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 4th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Riverside Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Disc Golf
Aberdeen Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Sweet Street Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Huff Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Briggs Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Grand Rapids Veterans Home Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
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City High Middle School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Grand Rapids, MI and is served by the Grand Rapids Public Schools in Michigan. The school has a total enrollment of 907 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 66% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 83% are proficient in reading. City High Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.64, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1260 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $299,123. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bethany Based School, Grand Rapids Montessori Academy, Innovation Central High School, and more. Learn more about what Grand Rapids has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near City High Middle School.