Founded in 2004, City High School welcomes about 200 students in ninth through 12th grade for an alternative approach to education that focuses on hands-on exploration of contemporary issues.
At this public charter school, students can prepare for life in the modern world. With a mission to nurture students in the habits of heart and mind, the school reinforces the principles of inquiry, evidence, perspective, expression, action and reflection throughout its curriculum. And students start by excelling in project-based learning rooted in self-discovery. And to encourage students to become more well-rounded, traditional subjects are offered with greater depth. Math courses go beyond algebra and calculus to include the high-demand, real-world disciplines of data science, computer coding and quantitative reasoning. And on the creative front, City High School offers arts electives in creative writing, drama, guitar, studio art and digital media to engage creativity in all areas of discourse. When it comes to overall student well-being, the school elevates the importance of personal health with fitness courses in bicycling, dance and yoga. Plus, students can participate in health and wellness courses as well as a restorative practice program that teaches students ever-important conflict-resolutions skills. And among the cornerstones of students’ education at are student-led conferences — where students give presentations about their progress to parents, peers and teachers — and exhibitions that expand their presentations to include members of the community. Throughout their education at City High School, students can achieve personal milestones that will set themselves up for success every day.
City High School
Charter High School
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Grade 9-12
48 E Pennington St,
Tucson, AZ
School Details
Head of School
Brett Goble
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
34.5%
Reading Proficiency
44.5%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
90%
Niche Grade
B+
A
B+
C-
C-
C-
C
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Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Reading Proficiency
44.5%
Math Proficiency
34.5%
Teachers
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
590
Verbal
660
Average ACT
27
Math
23
English
29
Reading
29
Science
25
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
25%
State Average
31%
Math
47%
State Average
44%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
161:1
Student Diversity
Female
53.8%
Male
46.2%
Hispanic
43.5%
White
40.9%
Two or more races
8.6%
Black
4.3%
Native American
2.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Arizona
46 Students
Northern Arizona University
39 Students
Arizona State University
20 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
12 Students
Pima Community College
9 Students
Brown University
7 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara
5 Students
Stanford University
5 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
5 Students
Pomona College
5 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
7 Students
Mathematics
6 Students
Creative Writing
5 Students
Engineering
4 Students
Elementary Education
4 Students
Environmental Science
4 Students
Sociology
4 Students
Journalism
4 Students
Performing Arts
4 Students
Arts
3 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/9/2024
City high is a good space that supports students who are struggling. This might not be the place for most people, but accasionaly it is helpful
10/30/2019
It's a very small school, especially compared to the huge public schools in the surrounding area. It has a real sense of community and a majority of students and teachers are very kind and caring. The location in the heart of downtown Tucson is great for students to experience and helps their overall education.
12/30/2015
There is a wide variety of teaching styles, as all the teachers have very different backgrounds and are able to bring something new, with their experiences, to the table.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/5/2017
We love City High! Our daughter is thriving there and has made many friends. Their approach to learning is excellent and the after-school Voices program is great. They offer so many choices.
6/7/2017
This school is an excellent environment for students who are less comfortable in a mainstream public high school. There's an emphasis on critical thinking, creativity, and student's respectful treatment of each other. The small class sizes and personable, caring staff create a sense of community. St...
5/23/2015
My daughter attended 3 years at this school and just finalized her junior year. I could not possibly describe in a few words how wonderful and supportive this school has been. This school has made a monumental impact of my daughter's growth as a person. She is learning to become a lifelong learner b...
8/13/2012
My child is a senior this year and so far City High has been a great choice. She has learned how to be proactive, outgoing, assertive and matured tremendously. I love their hands on approach, great educational trips oferred and the fact that the teachers are involved and aware orf their students pro...
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About Downtown Tucson
Average Home Value
$556,522
Median Lot Size
11,543 Sq Ft
% Renters
91%
Household Income
$55,753
% of College Grads
57.1%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
1,927 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
85.1%
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