City High School

Great, very dedicated , truly involved and concerned teachers. My daughter could not have done better in any other school. I am pleased with her growing maturity, involvment and enthusiasm for everything she does, including confidence and freedom to express herself . What a great way to go through this trying teenage years.
--Submitted by a parent

City High School offers a unique program for high school students who want to study in an environment that values diversity and community. I love the fact that downtown Tucson and the surrounding areas are utilized to teach students about history, culture, art and politics. They also offer excellent after school programs. On another note, I really appreciate the dedication of the teachers. They have been instrumental in helping my daughter be responsible and accountable for her actions.
--Submitted by a parent

My daughter just started at City this year and she loves it. It is a perfect place for a creative kid, who likes to interact with and contribute to their community. This may not be the school for every one, but it seems to be a good fit for her. There's a good vibe in the place.
--Submitted by a parent

City High was a good fit for our family. While not everyone student will thrive in every situation there are enough schools in Tucson so that there are choices. Each parent needs to find the right fit for their child.
--Submitted by a teacher

Our son had a fantastic experience at City High School. A previous review cited "burnt out professionals." My experience was precisely the opposite. The teachers are there because they want to work there...and the meal they are served is an appreciation from families of the students for their dedication. Under Arizona tax law they do suggest a tax-deductible donation...as do most public, private and charter schools. It can be a big help and costs the family nothing after they receive their tax discount. I have nothing but praise for the school...and wish there had been one like it when I was in high school. Discipline is even and balanced...and thoughtful, unlike many schools. Our son was well prepared for his coming college life - both emotionally and academically. City High rocks.
--Submitted by a parent

This is a school whose parents "serve" the faculty lunch and breakfast weekly. The parents are also required to donate amounts of money for their students to suceed. Even failing students can pass with parent money - notice I am not talking about the students first. Students are held to strict, unresearched disciplinary action while at the same time allowed to leave campus during the day to smoke, mingle with the many drop outs around the school and smoke pot. The academics are erratic, the teachers range from a few excellent to many teachers who could easily be labeled whatever their peculiarity they possess. The administration is not qualified, the director vacant and the person who doles out unrealistic disciplinary action a raving tyrant who lets everyone know who she is interrogating for the day. Avoid this school ... burnt out professionals.
--Submitted by a parent

It is, for the most part, a very good environment. Certain things did bug me though. Focus and special privileges on one overachieving student, who the administration and teachers could never get enough of. Some of the policies changing in the middle of the school year, sometimes with very little thought or consideration of everyone involved, even though this school claims to have such a liberal, democratic, and diverse environment. And it isn't equal representation if you only present one side of the story all the time, without other sides being given equal opportunity to voice their opinions. If you differ at all from majority of the student and teacher population, you get shunned. Just some food for thought.
--Submitted by a student

Because I think it is a school that has the right attitude about education- to give all kids regardless of socioeconomic background an equal opportunity for a great education so that they can go on to realize their goals! They have a wonderful faculty who is dedicated to being their best to help the kids achieve their best.

A very laid back school. A class with a structured curriculum is a rarity. As a semi intelligent student(if not, more), I did not feel academically challenged and managed all 'A's and 'B's completing the little work given to me with no care. The school boasts that they are a college prep school, but I feel no more prepared for college than I did in my freshman year. From my two years at City High School I have disrespected authority with no reprimand and felt an actual connection to only one of my teachers, though City High school boasts the personal atmosphere. In the past year City High School has become star struck. During the 2008-2009 school year the school's media attention grew. Administrators seemingly put forth more effort into looking good for the media than actually benefiting the academics, and nonexistent curriculum.
--Submitted by a student

City High School is a place where students do college preparatory work while contribuing to the community, completing an internship, and finding a home in a small community of caring students and adults.