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Very Good

#563 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 31% in state

Craneville

Elementary School · Central Berkshire

95 Park Avenue, Dalton, MA 01226

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#563 of 1,793

In Dalton

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Central Berkshire

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Craneville

7.2/10

Elementary School in Dalton · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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About Craneville

Craneville is a public elementary school in Dalton, MA, part of Central Berkshire. Craneville serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Craneville has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #563 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Craneville show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,184
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

Craneville — Students at Craneville score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
63%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
46%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
41.5%
ELA
46.3%
2019
Math
45.8%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
31.8%
ELA
43.3%
2022
Math
42.8%
ELA
46%
2023
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
47.7%
ELA
39.3%
2025
Math
46.3%
ELA
37.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Craneville Compares

See how Craneville performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
69th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

95 Park Avenue, Dalton, MA 01226

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Craneville may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Williams (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Pittsfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lanesborough Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Lanesborough), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Egremont (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Pittsfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dalton, see our Dalton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST AGNES ACADEMY Dalton 0.4 mi 5.9
Wahconah Regional High Dalton 1.9 mi 8.0
Nessacus Regional Middle School Dalton 2.0 mi 7.5
Allendale Pittsfield 2.5 mi 6.9
Williams Pittsfield 3.3 mi 8.3
Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough 3.5 mi 8.0
Egremont Pittsfield 3.8 mi 8.0
Kittredge Hinsdale 3.8 mi 7.5
John T Reid Middle Pittsfield 3.4 mi 3.4
Morningside Community School Pittsfield 3.7 mi 4.1
Pittsfield High Pittsfield 4.1 mi 7.3
Theodore Herberg Middle Pittsfield 4.4 mi 6.9
Eagle Education Academy Pittsfield 4.2 mi 5.0
Robert T. Capeless Elementary School Pittsfield 4.3 mi 6.3
Silvio O Conte Community Pittsfield 4.9 mi 3.4
Taconic High Pittsfield 5.0 mi 5.8
Crosby Pittsfield 5.2 mi 6.4
Crosby Educational Academy Pittsfield 5.2 mi
Stearns Pittsfield 6.8 mi 7.8
Hoosac Valley High School Cheshire 8.8 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,168

Median Home Value

$289,300

Median Rent

$830/mo

Population

6,304

College Educated

40.4%

Homeownership

75.6%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

51

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Craneville

What grades does Craneville serve?

Craneville serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Craneville?

Craneville has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Craneville?

The student-teacher ratio at Craneville is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Craneville rank in MA?

Craneville ranks #563 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Craneville's MySchoolScout rating?

Craneville has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Craneville?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Craneville has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Craneville a charter school?

No, Craneville is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Craneville a Title I school?

No, Craneville is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Berkshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

District

Central Berkshire
District Enrollment
1,561
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,184
District Rank
#4 of 5

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