Serving 245 students in grades 7-12, Crane High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crane High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Crane High School's student population of 245 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crane High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crane High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#934 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
98%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crane High School's ranking?
Crane High School is ranked #934 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Crane High School often compared to?
Crane High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reeds Spring High School, Galena High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crane High School?
The graduation rate of Crane High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Crane High School?
245 students attend Crane High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Crane High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crane High School?
Crane High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Crane High School offer ?
Crane High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Crane High School part of?
Crane High School is part of Crane R-III School District.
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