HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS
390 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The High School for Medical Professions (HSMP), located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to preparing students for careers in the healthcare and medical fields. By integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with specialized health-related coursework, the school aims to provide students with a solid foundation for post-secondary education in medicine, nursing, research, and allied health professions. The program often emphasizes practical learning, critical thinking, and the ethical responsibilities associated with working in a clinical or scientific environment.
Beyond its academic focus, HSMP fosters a supportive school culture that encourages community service and professional development. Students are frequently offered opportunities to engage with healthcare professionals, participate in internships, or join clubs and extracurricular activities that bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application. By focusing on both the academic requirements for college readiness and the specific technical skills required for the medical industry, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to become the next generation of informed and compassionate healthcare providers.
Beyond its academic focus, HSMP fosters a supportive school culture that encourages community service and professional development. Students are frequently offered opportunities to engage with healthcare professionals, participate in internships, or join clubs and extracurricular activities that bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application. By focusing on both the academic requirements for college readiness and the specific technical skills required for the medical industry, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to become the next generation of informed and compassionate healthcare providers.
390
Total Students
32.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic | 42 |
| Black | 309 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More | 4 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Black309 (79.2 %)
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Hispanic42 (10.8 %)
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White15 (3.8 %)
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Asian14 (3.6 %)
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Two or More4 (1.0 %)
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American Indian3 (0.8 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18 |
| Phone: | (718)290-8700 |
| Website: | http://www.hsmp.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 390 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 367 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 6 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
99
Grade 10
95
Grade 11
99
Grade 12
97
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 99 |
| Grade 10 | 95 |
| Grade 11 | 99 |
| Grade 12 | 97 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 249 | 63.8% |
| Male | 141 | 36.2% |
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