City High School

City High School

Charter High School | Grade 9-12
48 E Pennington St,  Tucson, AZ
Downtown Tucson Neighborhood
3.9
4.0
179 Students
B+
Niche Grade
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.

School Details

Head of School
Brett Goble
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Average SAT Score
1270
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
34.5%
Reading Proficiency
44.5%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
74.5%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A
Teachers
B+
College Prep
C+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
C+
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
44.5%
Math Proficiency
34.5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1270
Math
600
Verbal
670
Average ACT
26
Math
23
English
28
Reading
28
Science
25
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

1
Equity
6
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Science
25%
State Average
31%
Math
47%
State Average
44%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
161:1

Student Diversity

Female
59.1%
Male
40.9%
Female
59.1%
Economically disadvantaged
43.9%
White
43.3%
Hispanic
42.7%
Male
40.9%
Two or more races
9.1%

School Rankings

#72 Best Charter HS in Arizona
Source: Niche

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 44 Students
Northern Arizona University 38 Students
Arizona State University 18 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 11 Students
Pima Community College 9 Students
Brown University 7 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 6 Students
Stanford University 5 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 5 Students
New York University 4 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Mathematics 7 Students
Psychology 6 Students
Performing Arts 5 Students
Engineering 4 Students
Education 4 Students
Elementary Education 4 Students
Sociology 4 Students
Creative Writing 4 Students
Journalism 4 Students
Arts 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 38 Reviews
4.0 Senior
9/5/2021
I like how the school is very scholar-oriented. The teachers care about the scholars more than other schools and welcomes students no matter where they come from. There is a limited amount of students allowed in, so it's a small school, but that makes it a better community because everybody can get to know each other
4.0 Senior
3/2/2017
They have good teachers that truly care about their students and will do everything they can to help them succeed. The students also care about each other.
4.0 NicheUser
12/30/2015
City High School is able to create a safe, educational,, fun and interesting environment engaged around community efforts and experiential education
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4.0 12 Reviews
1.0 other
11/1/2025
This school sucks. Awful. If I could give it a zero I would.
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5.0 parent
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.
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4.0 parent
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...
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5.0 other
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...
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City High School

City High School is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 in Tucson, AZ and is served by the City Center for Collaborative Learning in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 179 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 0:1. Academic records show that 34.5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 44.5% are proficient in reading. City High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.6, the graduation rate is 74.5%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1270 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $559,476. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ha:san Preparatory & Leadership School, Nosotros Academy, Pima Partnership High School, and more. Learn more about what Tucson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near City High School.

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