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.
381
Total Students
25.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS
Demographic Student Count
White23
Hispanic43
Black298
Asian8
Two or More6
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    298 (78.2%)
  • Hispanic
    43 (11.3%)
  • White
    23 (6.0%)
  • Asian
    8 (2.1%)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.6%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3%)
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: 381
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 367
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 6
Grades Taught
Grade 9 104
Grade 10 92
Grade 11 94
Grade 12 91

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9104
Grade 1092
Grade 1194
Grade 1291
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDICAL PROFESSIONS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22559.1%
Male15640.9%
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