Cranbrook Schools

5.00 (10 reviews)

Tel: (248) 645-3610

PO Box 801 39221 Woodward Ave.
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48303

schools.cranbrook.edu

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"We believe that in today`s competitive environment, preparation for college should be comprehensive and challenging.

Cranbrook offers a uniquely comprehensive college-preparatory education. Here is the superb teaching and learning environment that cherishes and challenges the individual, that encourages creative, critical and independent thinking, and that offers the broadest possible range of study, artistic and athletic options...".

Quick Stats (2022-23)

Grades: (Boarding) 9-12
Enrollment: 795 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $52,350
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $38,600
Acceptance rate: 38%
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / Apr. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Cranbrook Schools ranks among the top 20 boarding schools (out of 307 schools) for:

School Overview

Definition of Terms | 2022 School Data

Cranbrook Schools

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

PK-12

5-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1922

1907

Campus Size

319 acres

126 acres

Student Body

Enrollment

795 students

300 students

% Students of Color

44%

26%

% International Students

13%

20%

% Students Boarding

35%

70%

Average SAT Score

1470

* National Avg. »View

Average ACT score

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Offers Post-Grad Year

Academics and Faculty

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
One dress up day per week

Casual

Average Class Size

14 students

* National Avg. »18

Student : Teacher Ratio

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

85%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Tuition Cost

Endowment Size

$217 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$52,350

$61,200

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$38,600

$34,900

Tuition international students

$52,350

$54,500

% Students on Financial Aid

33%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$16,649

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Acceptance Rate

Application Deadline

Jan. 31 / Apr. 15 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

68%

Acceptance Rate

38%

58%

Director of Admissions

Drew Miller
Eileen Hillliard

Associate Director of Admissions

Maurice Hll

AP / Advanced Courses

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Chinese Language, Computer Science A, Computer Science Principles, European History, Fine Art Studio Honors in 7 arts, French Language & Culture, Latin: Ceasear & Virgil, Multivariable Calculus and Linear Algebra, Physics C EM w vPython, Physics C Mechanics, Spanish Language & Culture, Statistics, United States History, World History

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:
African American Awareness Association, Beyond Earth Space Clubs, Bible Club, Book Club, Bridge the Divide, Brookside Tutoring Club, Business Club, Cabinet, CK Investment Clubs, CK Political Society, CK Science Research Club, Cranbrook Envisions a Cure, Cranbrook Eurovision Club, Crane Cinema Club, Crane Clarion Newspaper, Crane Network Club, Dance Club, Debate Team, Drawing Club, Drone Club, Empty Bowls Club, Ergasterion Theater Club, French Club, Gadget Space Club, Genes in Disease and Symptoms, Global Issues Club, Go Club, Gold Key Student Ambassadors, History Club, HOSA Healthcare Professionals, HUB Garden Club, HUB Tutoring, Indian Culture Club, Japanese Club, Jets STEM Club, Jewish Culture Club, Korean Club, Leaders in the Environment, Math Club, Michigan Youth in Government, Microfinance Club, Minerva Club, Model United Nations, Namtenga, Peer to Peer, Political Discussion Club, Psychology Club, Quiz Bowl, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence, Robotics Team, Science Olympiad, Sino Club, Soccer Club, Spectrum, Speech / Forensics, Student Council, Student Philanthropy Club, TARS Club, Twin Leaf, Veterans Student Alliance, Vietnamese Club, Wilderness Program, Yearbook

Arts and Music Programs:
Chamber Music Club, Chamber Music Glee Project, Gallimaufry Litery Art Magazine, Guitar Club, Teen Arts Council

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Crew Team, Intramurals

College Matriculation

Year: 2010

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

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School Notes

Known for its exquisite architecture, Cranbrook`s campus is on the National Historic Registrar. The latest building is the award winning Williams Natatorium, which was designed by a Cranbrook graduate.
Right on campus is a Science Museum and an Art Museum that attract over 250,000 visitors each year. Cranbrook students enjoy the permanent collections as well as rotating exhibits.
Each year, Cranbrook`s Advanced Placement results are among the best of all schools nationally. Over 40% of AP Scholars in the State of Michigan attend Cranbrook.
Fielding 49 interscholastic athletic teams, Cranbrook has won state championships in Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Tennis, Swimming, and Golf.
Cranbrook Schools accreditations: Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS)

Source: Verified school update

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Cranbrook Schools Alumni #1
Class of 2017
5.005/27/2020
Concordia University

Extremely diverse educational community that encourages students to get involved. The school has a very well-rounded educational team that makes you feel home whilst providing with an excellent academic schedule. All the teachers and staff. . .

Cranbrook Schools Alumni #2
Class of 2016
5.007/17/2017
University of Michigan

In addition to the high school on Cranbrook, we additionally had an art college that allowed us to observe and experience a multitude of art every day adding to the Cranbrook experience. Consequently, the 500. . .

Cranbrook Schools Alumni #3
Class of 2016
5.002/24/2018
Yale University

Definitely its renowned Harkness discussion. The principal is based off the idea that the students are of such a high intellect that they are able to teach each other, and thus the teacher of the. . .

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