Needs Improvement
#2086 of 2,221 schools in MO
Crane Elem.
Elementary School · CRANE R-III
PO BOX 405, Crane, MO 65633
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
325
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,086 of 2,221
In Crane
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
CRANE R-III
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Crane Elem.
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About Crane Elem.
Crane Elem. is a public elementary school in Crane, MO, part of CRANE R-III. Crane Elem. serves approximately 325 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Crane Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,086 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Crane Elem. show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Crane Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Crane Elem. — Students at Crane Elem. score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.8/10.
How Crane Elem. Compares
See how Crane Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 405, Crane, MO 65633
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Crane Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MARIONVILLE ELEM (rated 8.3/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Marionville), which scores notably higher. Another option is CLEVER ELEM. (rated 7.8/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Clever), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VERONA ELEM. (rated 7.4/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Verona), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Crane, see our Crane schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CRANE HIGH Crane | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| HURLEY ELEM. Hurley | 4.5 mi | 7.3 |
| HURLEY HIGH Hurley | 4.5 mi | 8.3 |
| MARIONVILLE ELEM Marionville | 8.1 mi | 8.3 |
| MARIONVILLE MIDDLE Marionville | 8.1 mi | 8.4 |
| GALENA HIGH Galena | 7.9 mi | 5.3 |
| MARIONVILLE HIGH Marionville | 8.9 mi | 5.9 |
| BILLINGS ELEM. Billings | 11.4 mi | 5.4 |
| BILLINGS SR. HIGH Billings | 11.4 mi | 7.3 |
| CLEVER ELEM. Clever | 10.7 mi | 7.8 |
| AURORA HIGH Aurora | 9.5 mi | 6.1 |
| ROBINSON SCHOOL Aurora | 9.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CLEVER HIGH Clever | 11.4 mi | 6.8 |
| AURORA JR. HIGH Aurora | 10.3 mi | 7.0 |
| PATE EARLY CHILDHOOD CTR. Aurora | 10.8 mi | 7.1 |
| AURORA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Aurora | 11.2 mi | 6.3 |
| GALENA-ABESVILLE ELEM. Galena | 11.8 mi | 5.7 |
| VERONA ELEM. Verona | 13.1 mi | 7.4 |
| VERONA HIGH Verona | 13.1 mi | 5.9 |
| REEDS SPRING ELEMENTARY Reeds Spring | 15.2 mi | 4.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65633 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,188
Median Home Value
$173,200
Median Rent
$848/mo
Population
3,940
College Educated
11.9%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
40.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GIBSON ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 3.7 |
| NASHUA ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 3.7 |
| NORTH COUNTY PARKSIDE ELEM. Desloge, MO | 3.7 |
| THREE TRAILS ELEM. Independence, MO | 3.7 |
| WESTRIDGE ELEM. Kansas City, MO | 3.7 |
| CUBA ELEM. Cuba, MO | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Crane Elem.
What grades does Crane Elem. serve?
Crane Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Crane Elem.?
Crane Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 325 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Crane Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Crane Elem. is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Crane Elem. rank in MO?
Crane Elem. ranks #2,086 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Crane Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Crane Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Crane Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Crane Elem. has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Crane Elem. a charter school?
No, Crane Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Crane Elem. a Title I school?
No, Crane Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Crane Elem.?
61.2% of students at Crane Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 325
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Stone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.7%
- Phone
- (417) 723-5300
Resources & Links
District
CRANE R-III- District Enrollment
- 559
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,088
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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