CITY CHS

City CHS is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the City CHS school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 573 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 43 teachers, City CHS has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

City Charter High School (City High), located at 201 Stanwix Street in downtown Pittsburgh, is a public charter school that offers a unique, technology-focused educational experience for students in grades 9 through 12. Founded with the mission to bridge the gap between high school and the professional world, the school integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with real-world career preparation. By operating within an urban business district, City High provides students with an environment that mimics a corporate setting, emphasizing professional etiquette, time management, and digital literacy.

A standout feature of City High is its commitment to "Tech-Learning," where every student is provided with a laptop to facilitate a project-based curriculum that prepares them for modern workplace demands. Beyond core academics, the school places a heavy emphasis on career development through its internship programs, which allow students to gain hands-on experience in various professional fields before graduation. By blending traditional college-preparatory coursework with practical career skills and a professional culture, City Charter High School aims to ensure that its graduates are not only ready for post-secondary education but are also equipped with the tools necessary to thrive in the 21st-century workforce.

For more information, contact City CHS at (412) 690-2489 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.