Craneville

95 Park Avenue
Dalton, MA 01226
: 
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 458 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Craneville ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 458 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Craneville's student population of 458 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
458 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

Average Class Size
20 students

School Rankings

Craneville ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Craneville is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#822 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

43%
42%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

43%
44%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

Asian
1%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data

Hispanic
9%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Black
1%
10%

Showing 2007–2025. View full 38-year historical data

White
82%
51%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Two or more races
7%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
18%
0.32

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

(22-23)
16.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%

Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%

Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Craneville's ranking?
Craneville is ranked #822 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Craneville often compared to?
Cranevilleis often viewed alongside schools like Kittredge, Williams, Becket Washington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Craneville?
458 students attend Craneville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Craneville students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Craneville?
Craneville has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Craneville offer ?
Craneville offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Craneville part of?
Craneville is part of Central Berkshire School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 458 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 43% (Top 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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