3 Mission Statement City High Middle School is an alternative learning community of academically talented, motivated, creative students and teachers and involved parents committed to personal growth, academic achievement, and community involvement in an environment for innovative education marked by a distinctive style that emphasizes experiential learning. It is located in the Heritage Hill area and is run by the Grand Rapids Public Schools. Enrollment is limited to approximately 560 students in grades 7 through 12. Consequently, interested students who apply for the 7th grade, and are accepted, should plan on remaining through graduation. City High-Middle is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and has Summary Accreditation from the State of Michigan.
City prides itself on being an alternative school which recognizes the special rights of students.
But with those rights comes a great deal of responsibility as well. Students are expected to take an active part in their own learning, as well as decision-making for themselves and for the school. Students play a decisive role in determining the direction their education takes. City goes on a block schedule which in turn facilitates other efforts such as teaming, student study teams, and more effective use of Extended Core classes. The block schedule is a four block alternate day schedule with all eight classes meeting on Mondays.