Cranbrook Schools (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked MI School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,673 students
Yearly Tuition: $44,100
Acceptance rate: 44%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 31 / rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Cranbrook Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Cranbrook Schools
Pre-K	83
Kind	69
1	72
2	71
3	73
4	69
5	75
6	111
7	119
8	120
9	194
10	218
11	192
12	207

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Year Founded

1922

Campus Size

332 acres

Student Body

Total Students

1,673 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

285 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

84%

Average Class Size

16 students

Average SAT score

1450

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Number of AP Courses

16 courses

List of Courses Offered

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 31 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$44,100

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Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by division and ranges from $13,600 to $44,100 for day students; $60,000 for boarders

% on Financial Aid

34%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$16,250

Acceptance Rate

44%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Drew Miller

Admissions Associate

Laura Carl

Application URL

Endowment Size

$345 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

19 sports

Sports

Alpine SkiingBaseball

BasketballCrew

Cross CountryDiving

Field HockeyFigure Skating

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

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Colors

Blue, Green

School Mascot

Cranbrook Crane; Kingswood Aardvark

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

1 extracurricular

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Over 100 Clubs and Activities

School Notes

Curiosity.
Critical Thinking.
Global Perspective.
Creativity. Wonder.
For generations, Cranbrook has fostered these skills and mindsets in our students while delivering on the promise of readying our students to excel, both at the colleges of their dreams and in life. It is no surprise to us that so many of our alumni credit Cranbrook as one of the biggest factors in their success and happiness in life, and that so many of they have gone on to shape the world in real and profound ways.

Cranbrook's historic, 332-acre campus boasts resources unparalleled by any preparatory school environment in the world. On campus, students have access to world-class artistic, scientific, and historical collections, not to mention the expert staff of the Institute of Science, Art Museum and Art Academy, and the Center for Collections and Research.
Special programs include:
Department X has interdisciplinary courses that include topics such as entrepreneurship and social justice.
In place of taking classes during the final month of school, seniors can pursue an experience of their choosing. Recent projects have included shadowing a cardiovascular team at a nearby hospital, assisting in the promotions department of the Detroit Tigers, conducting cell research at the University of Michigan Medical School, and working at the Detroit Zoo.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Cranbrook Schools cost?

Cranbrook Schools's tuition is approximately $44,100 for private students.

What schools are Cranbrook Schools often compared to?

Cranbrook Schools is often viewed alongside schools like Detroit Country Day School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Cranbrook Schools?

The acceptance rate of Cranbrook Schools is 44%, which is lower than the national average of 88%. Cranbrook Schools's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Michigan with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Cranbrook Schools offer?

Cranbrook Schools offers 19 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Figure Skating, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Cranbrook Schools is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for most sports offered.

What is Cranbrook Schools's ranking?

Cranbrook Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Michigan for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for Cranbrook Schools?

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

School Calendar

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Event

Date

Thanksgiving Break (No School)

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

Spring Break (No School)

March 20, 2027 (Saturday)

Last Day of School Year

June 09, 2027 (Wednesday)

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 1/19/2024

I began my 50-year teaching career in 1965 at Cranbrook(then Cranbrook School for Boys), staying for seven years; I was teaching German, Latin, and sometimes French and Spanish as well. I was the varsity soccer coach, and assistant to Ben Snyder in Track & Field; being from Austria the school thought I might be the right person to start a skiing program...well.... all I want to say is that these years at Cranbrook were the happiest of my career, with great, honest, energetic students. Stay the course Cranbrook!

- Posted by Teacher - Edgar E. Soudek

5 5/24/2014

I went to Cranbrook from pre-school all the way to 12th grade. It was a spectacular place at which to grow up. I still go back frequently to talk to the faculty and hope to one day send my own children there. The school itself is a work of art and the grounds are beautiful. I consider myself lucky to have gone to Cranbrook.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - ryan.

5 5/24/2014

Cranbrook is an exceptional learning community with a gorgeous campus. The teachers are incredible and are highly qualified. My favorite thing about going to Cranbrook was creating lasting friendships with my classmates even though we will all be going our separate ways in a few weeks. The classes are difficult but the teachers always are looking for ways to help you out, and Cranbrook also offers a variety of courses to fit whatever you are interested in.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - julia

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