Welcome to City High Middle School (7-12)
Thanks for your interest in City High Middle School, a 2019 National Blue Ribbon School! As an International Baccalaureate school, we offer the full Middle Years and Diploma Programmes to ALL scholars at NO COST to families, and we have an excellent legacy of college/university preparation amidst a positive and scholar-centered school climate. We prepare scholars in grades 7-12 to be well-rounded, critical thinkers through challenging advanced academics.
City is continually one of the top-ranked schools in the state of Michigan and the nation! Our graduates regularly come back to tell us they are often the most prepared scholars in their college and university courses and that City gave them the skills needed to find success in their higher education journey. We hope you’ll consider City as a top choice for the middle and high school experience for your family! Please arrange a scholar-led tour of the school by calling our Counseling Office at 616-819-2383. Thank you!
City High Middle School
School Hours
Breakfast 7:45 a.m.
Start Time 8:00 a.m.
Dismissal 2:43 p.m.
Half Day Dismissal 10:45 a.m.
School Transparency
City High Middle School stands apart in the world of secondary school options through a unique combination of elements that include a challenging academic program, positive culture and climate, and a diverse scholar body. 
A 2019 National Blue Ribbon School, City offers the comprehensive International Baccalaureate (IB) program to all scholars at no cost to our families! Scholars in grades 7-10 follow the IB Middle Years Programme, while scholars in grades 11 and 12 complete the IB Diploma Programme. The goal of both programmes is to develop life-long learners who are naturally curious, seek knowledge, think about complex issues, and communicate confidently and creatively. Through the IB programmes, scholars are well prepared for post-secondary education.
City strives to meet the varying needs of every scholar through a scholar-centered educational experience that is focused on acceptance, belonging, and scholar engagement. We are a diverse and open-minded school community where all scholars are safe to be themselves, no matter their interests or preferences. Whether you are a passionate artist, athlete, activist, academic, or all of the above, there is a place for you here!
City has a long-standing legacy of high academic standards coupled with a positive school climate that has resulted in our school community earning top rankings across our region, state, and nation. Through our challenging academic offerings and rich cultural elements, the mission at City is to shape our scholars into well-educated and active members of an ever-changing global society.
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15 Nov
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HS Musical 2:00 PM to 4:30 PMHS MusicalDate: Nov 15Time: 2:00 PM to 4:30 PMCalendar: City Calendar
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16 Nov
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Staff MeetingDate: Nov 16Calendar: City Calendar
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CFE- Riverside Park 9:00 AM to 2:30 PMCFE- Riverside ParkDate: Nov 16Time: 9:00 AM to 2:30 PMCalendar: City Calendar
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19 Nov
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GLM 7-10 10:00 AM to 10:30 AMGLM 7-10Date: Nov 19Time: 10:00 AM to 10:30 AMCalendar: City Calendar
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CFE Conferences 2:50 PM to 4:50 PMCFE ConferencesDate: Nov 19Time: 2:50 PM to 4:50 PMCalendar: City Calendar
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Burton School 100th Year Celebration 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMBurton School 100th Year CelebrationDate: Nov 19Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PMLocation: 2133 Buchanan Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, USACalendar: GRPS District CalendarShort program at 6:30 pm
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20 Nov
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SANP Pop Can DriveDate: Nov 20Calendar: City Calendar
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BSA/HHC/Student Ambassador Potluck 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMBSA/HHC/Student Ambassador PotluckDate: Nov 20Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMCalendar: City Calendar
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21 Nov
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Santa Claus Parade 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMSanta Claus ParadeDate: Nov 21Time: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMCalendar: City Calendar
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24 Nov
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EE Outlining DayDate: Nov 24Calendar: City Calendar
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Behind Aberdeen Academy, just a hop, skip and a jump to the south of the playground where students spend their recess time, construction crews are hard at work building a brand-new, state-of-the-art elementary school, set to open in August 2027.
Dickinson Families Make Math Fun at Harvest Math Night November 13, 2026
Dickinson Academy families turned math into an evening of creativity and connection during Harvest Math Night on Wednesday, November 11.
City High Middle Theater: A World of Pure Imagination November 12, 2026
City High Middle School Theater is bringing Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka to life in a production packed with theatrical magic, outstanding stagecraft, and pure imagination.





