Serving 177 students in grades 9-12, City High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 177 students
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
City High School's student population of 177 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
City High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of City High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#758 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
45%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
39%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
1 sport
Sports
Basketball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City High School's ranking?
City High School is ranked #758 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are City High School often compared to?
City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tucson Magnet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of City High School?
The graduation rate of City High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend City High School?
177 students attend City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of City High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does City High School offer ?
City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is City High School part of?
City High School is part of City Center For Collaborative Learning (85448) School District.
In what neighborhood is City High School located?
City High School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Downtown.
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