Serving 261 students in grades 6-8, Crane Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: CRANE MIDDLE's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Crane, TX, covering approximately 785.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges located up to 29.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crane Middle School's student population of 261 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
261 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Crane Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crane Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6260 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
85%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Golden
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crane Middle School's ranking?
Crane Middle School is ranked #6260 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Crane Middle School?
261 students attend Crane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Crane Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crane Middle School?
Crane Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Crane Middle School offer ?
Crane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Crane Middle School part of?
Crane Middle School is part of Crane Independent School District.
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