Cranbrook Schools (2026 Profile) - Bloomfield Hills, MI

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 Facts (2026)

Grades: (Boarding Students) 9-12
Grades: (Day Students) PK-12
Enrollment: 810 students
Yearly Tuition (Boarding Students): $56,600
Yearly Tuition (Day Students): $41,800
Acceptance rate: 38%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / Apr. 15 / rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

| 2025 School Data

Cranbrook Schools

Boarding School Avg.

School Focus

College Preparatory

Grades Offered (Boarding)

9-12

Grades Offered (Day)

PK-12

Pre-K-12

School Type

Co-ed

Religious Affiliation

Non-denominational

Year Founded

1922

1909

Campus Size

333 acres

125 acres

School Calendar

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School Motto

Opportunity that Lasts a Lifetime

Student Body

Enrollment

810 students

300 students

% Students of Color

52%

25%

% International Students

14%

20%

% Students Boarding

35%

70%

Average SAT Score

1470
(Out of 1600)

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Average ACT score

31
(Out of 36)

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Offers Post-Grad Year

Academic Profile

Saturday Classes

Classroom Dress Code

Casual
One dress up day per week

Casual

Average Class Size

16 students

* National Avg. »18

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

7:1

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

ESL Courses Offered

Yes

% Faculty with Advanced Degree

85%

70%

Summer Program Offered

Yes

Accreditations

The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

# of AP / Advanced Courses Offered

Courses

BiologyCalculus AB

Calculus BCChemistry

Chinese LanguageComputer Science A

Computer Science PrinciplesEuropean History

Fine Art Studio Honors in 7 artsFrench Language & Culture

Latin: Ceasear & VirgilMultivariable Calculus and Linear Algebra

Physics C EM w vPythonPhysics C Mechanics

Spanish Language & CultureStatistics

United States HistoryWorld History

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Tuition & Financial Aid

Endowment Size

$325 million

$25 million

Yearly Tuition
(Boarding Students)

$56,600

$59,900

Yearly Tuition
(Day Students)

$41,800

$33,500

Tuition international students

$56,600

$53,975

% Students on Financial Aid

33%

40%

Avg. Financial Aid Grant

$16,649

$25,000

Merit Scholarships Offered

Yes

Admissions

Application Deadline

Jan. 31 / Apr. 15 / rolling

Jan. 15

Accepts Standardized Application (SAO and/or Gateway)

Yes

SSAT Required

Yes

Average Percentile SSAT

68%

Acceptance Rate

38%

58%

Director of Admissions

Drew Miller

Associate Director of Admissions

Lettie Minor

Sports

# Interscholastic Sports Offered

Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball

BasketballCrew

Cross CountryDiving

Field HockeyFigure Skating

Track and FieldVolleyball

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Colors

Blue, Green

School Mascot

Cranbrook Crane; Kingswood Aardvark

Extracurriculars

Total Extracurricular Organizations

Extracurriculars

Club or Organization:

African American Awareness AssociationBeyond Earth Space Clubs

Bible ClubBook Club

Bridge the DivideBrookside Tutoring Club

Business ClubCabinet

CK Investment ClubsCK Political Society

CK Science Research ClubCranbrook Envisions a Cure

Cranbrook Eurovision ClubCrane Cinema Club

Crane Clarion NewspaperCrane Network Club

Dance ClubDebate Team

Drawing ClubDrone Club

Empty Bowls ClubErgasterion Theater Club

French ClubGadget Space Club

Genes in Disease and SymptomsGlobal Issues Club

Go ClubGold Key Student Ambassadors

History ClubHOSA Healthcare Professionals

HUB Garden ClubHUB Tutoring

Indian Culture ClubJapanese Club

Jets STEM ClubJewish Culture Club

Korean ClubLeaders in the Environment

Math ClubMichigan Youth in Government

Microfinance ClubMinerva Club

Model United NationsNamtenga

Peer to PeerPolitical Discussion Club

Psychology ClubQuiz Bowl

Robotics and Artificial IntelligenceRobotics Team

Science OlympiadSino Club

Soccer ClubSpectrum

Speech / ForensicsStudent Council

Student Philanthropy ClubTARS Club

Twin LeafVeterans Student Alliance

Vietnamese ClubWilderness Program

Yearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

Chamber Music ClubChamber Music Glee Project

Gallimaufry Litery Art MagazineGuitar Club

Teen Arts Council

Recreational Athletic Programs:

Crew TeamIntramurals

College Matriculation

10 Most Popular College Choices (# Enrolled)

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

Michigan State University

Northwestern

University of Chicago

Harvard

New York University

Amherst College

Cornell University

Duke University

Williams College

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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.
Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Ivan Krstic '04 - Cybersecurity expert, Head of Security Engineering + Architecture at Apple -
- Cathy Sybert Olkin '84 - Aerospace pioneer, designed part of New Horizons spacecraft -
- Natalie Zemon Davis '45 - Renowned historian known for her social transformation works -

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cranbrook Schools cost?

Cranbrook Schools's tuition is approximately $56,600 for boarding students and $41,800 for day students.

What is the acceptance rate of Cranbrook Schools?

The acceptance rate of Cranbrook Schools is 38%, which is lower than the boarding school average of 58%.

Who are famous alumni from Cranbrook Schools?

Cranbrook Schools famous alumni include: Ivan Krstic '04 - Cybersecurity expert, Head of Security Engineering + Architecture at Apple, Cathy Sybert Olkin '84 - Aerospace pioneer, designed part of New Horizons spacecraft and Natalie Zemon Davis '45 - Renowned historian known for her social transformation works.

What sports does Cranbrook Schools offer?

Cranbrook Schools offers 18 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Cranbrook Schools's ranking?

Cranbrook Schools ranks among the top 20 boarding schools for High percent faculty with advanced degrees, Large financial endowment, Most extracurriculars offered, High average SAT scores and High ACT scores.

When is the application deadline for Cranbrook Schools?

The application deadline for Cranbrook Schools is Jan. 31 / Apr. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 31 / Apr. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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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
5.002/24/2018
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. . .

Cranbrook Schools Alumni #3
Class of 2014
5.002/1/2018
Tufts

For me, living and working on a boarding school campus that was surrounded in nature made Cranbrook a very special place. Everyday was like finding a new adventure to embark on - from the small. . .

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