CRANE ELEM.

CRANE ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the CRANE R-III school district, located in CRANE, MO with about 286 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, CRANE ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Crane Elementary School, located at 209 Pirate Lane in Crane, Missouri, serves as a central hub for primary education within the Crane R-III School District. As a small-town educational institution, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, fostering a close-knit environment where staff, students, and families work collaboratively. The school is home to the "Pirates," a mascot that reflects the community’s pride and school spirit.

Academically, Crane Elementary is dedicated to providing a foundational education that balances core curriculum requirements with a supportive learning atmosphere. By leveraging its size, the school aims to offer personalized attention to students, helping them develop essential skills in literacy, mathematics, and social development. For further information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or specific faculty details, the district maintains a dedicated website at [www.crane.k12.mo.us](http://www.crane.k12.mo.us).

For more information, contact CRANE ELEM. at (417) 723-5300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.