CRANE MEDICAL PREP HIGH SCHOOL

Crane Medical Prep HS is a Title I public high school that is part of the Chicago Public Schools Dist 299 school district, located in Chicago, IL with about 481 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Crane Medical Prep HS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Crane Medical Prep High School, located on Chicago’s Near West Side, is a specialized neighborhood high school within the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) system. The school is distinct for its focus on health sciences and medical careers, designed to provide students with a rigorous academic foundation alongside early exposure to the healthcare field. By partnering with local health institutions and universities, Crane aims to prepare students for post-secondary success, particularly for those interested in pursuing careers as doctors, nurses, researchers, or allied health professionals.

The school is housed in a historic building that has been renovated to support a modern learning environment, often featuring laboratories and specialized classrooms that facilitate its medical-focused curriculum. Beyond academics, Crane Medical Prep places a strong emphasis on student support services and community engagement, striving to bridge the gap between high school education and the high-demand professional medical workforce. It serves as a key option for students in the area who are looking for a career-oriented education that combines traditional college preparatory coursework with real-world clinical and scientific applications.

For more information, contact Crane Medical Prep HS at (773) 534-7600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.