Twenty years ago, we researched cutting-edge schools across the country to find the perfect mix of best practices with one goal: to graduate students ready for life.
Our curriculum for grades 9-12 is rigorous and relevant to the modern world. Furthermore, career-mapping, workforce skills literacy and mentored internships ensure our students graduate tech-savvy, college and career ready.
Today, this unique educational model continues to prove itself. With free* laptops, year-round classes, a low student/teacher ratio, and focus on college and career readiness, City High averages a 94% graduation rate – across all demographic groups.
Thomas Sedano's internship at Carnegie Magazine turned out to be more like an AP class in Journalism.
This 4.23 GPA senior would eventually complete 2 different articles and contribute to several others during his internship at Carnegie Magazine. In actuality, Mr. Fleisher, created a 13-week career growth plan for Thomas Sedano which was a living document that he continued to tweak throughout Thomas
Amazing teachers, amazing results! City High just ranked #6 Best Charter High School in Pennsylvania by niche.com.
What sets City Charter High School apart? Our dedicated educators have not only earned an impressive A rating, but also the admiration of parents and students alike. They are recognized as some of Pittsburgh's best --ranking #8 in niche's 2024 High Schools with the BEST TEACHERS in Allegheny County
Hands-on STEM labs, student-run Robotics team, Programming electives, Anatomy & Physiology labs, college-credit classes, Adobe and Microsoft certifications, social clubs, musical theater, on-site fitness, dances, cultural field trips… and so much more!