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
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Average SAT Score
1280
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
34.5%
Reading Proficiency
44.5%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
74.5%
Niche Grade
B
A
B+
C+
C
C
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Average GPA
3.6
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Reading Proficiency
44.5%
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Math Proficiency
34.5%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Teachers
0
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Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
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College Prep
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Average SAT
1280
Math
610
Verbal
670
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Average ACT
26
Math
22
English
29
Reading
26
Science
25
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Clubs and Activities
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Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
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Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
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GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
25%
State Average
31%
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Math
47%
State Average
44%
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Teachers and Staff
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Students Per Counselor
161:1
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Student Diversity
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Female
59.1%
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Male
40.9%
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Female
59.1%
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Economically disadvantaged
43.9%
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White
43.3%
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Hispanic
42.7%
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Male
40.9%
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Two or more races
9.1%
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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
44 Students
Northern Arizona University
42 Students
Arizona State University
19 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
13 Students
Pima Community College
12 Students
Brown University
8 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara
7 Students
Stanford University
6 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
6 Students
New York University
5 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology
8 Students
Mathematics
7 Students
Engineering
5 Students
Film and Video Studies
5 Students
Creative Writing
5 Students
Journalism
5 Students
Performing Arts
5 Students
Education
4 Students
Drama and Theatre Production
4 Students
Arts
4 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
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.
12/29/2015
They watch out for us.
12/29/2015
The after school activities we have differ. There are so many student and staff lead clubs.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/1/2025
This school sucks. Awful. If I could give it a zero I would.
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...
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List Price Range
$156K - $1.1M
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7
Average Home Value
$560,573
Median Lot Size
11,543 Sq Ft
% Renters
91%
Average Household Income
$62,390
% of College Grads
57%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
2,057 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
85.1%
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Additional Schools in the Area
Public Schools shown may be Choice Schools
Choice Schools
Choice schools may not serve this home. Please check the school district website to see all schools serving this home.
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
- K to 12th
- Charter
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
Parks in this Area
Tucson Mountain Park
- Bike Trails
- Camping
- Grills
El Presidio Plaza
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Bonita Park
- Bike Trails
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Oury Park
Armory Park
- Picnic Area
- Amphitheater
- Community Center
Rosendo S. Perez Park
- Playground
- Community Center
Sentinel Plaza Gateway Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
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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 1280 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $560,573. 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.