School Address: 1140 Dr M Luther King Jr St Indianapolis IN 46202
School District: Indianapolis Public Schools
County: Marion County
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Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet High School, located at 1140 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street in Indianapolis, IN, is part of Indianapolis Public Schools. The school has a rich history, being named after Crispus Attucks, an African-American man who was the first casualty in the Boston Massacre and the American Revolutionary War. Initially opened in 1927 as the first and only public high school for African Americans in Indianapolis during segregation, Crispus Attucks has evolved over the years. Today, the school operates as a medical magnet school, offering specialized programs focusing on health sciences. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in healthcare, providing them with opportunities for hands-on learning and connections with local medical institutions. Crispus Attucks emphasizes academic excellence, leadership, and service, and it offers Advanced Placement courses and various extracurricular activities. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.