Summary:
The three public schools in zip code 79731, serving the Crane Independent School District (Isd) in Crane, TX, include Crane Elementary, Crane Middle, and Crane High School, serving a total of 1,233 students across grades PK-12. The district faces significant academic challenges, ranking in the 8th percentile statewide, with a very high rate of economic disadvantage affecting over 67% of students at the elementary and high school levels.
Despite these struggles, each school has a distinct standout feature. Crane Middle is an anomaly for its exceptional Algebra I performance, with 80% of its advanced students proficient in 2025-2026, far exceeding the state average of 47%. This creates a stark contrast with its general math scores, which range from 14-28% proficiency. Crane High School excels in student retention, boasting a 95.2% graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate, even as its End-of-Course exam scores lag behind state averages, such as only 35% proficiency in English I Reading. Crane Elementary shows its strongest performance in 5th Grade Reading (50.53% proficient) but struggles significantly in 3rd Grade Math (20.17% proficient) and 5th Grade Science (5.88% proficient).
A critical takeaway is the district's consistent three-year decline in state rankings across all schools, with Crane Elementary dropping from the 29th to the 6th percentile. This systemic trend suggests unresolved challenges. Additionally, a major science gap emerges early, with only 5.88% of 5th graders proficient in science, likely contributing to below-average high school Biology scores (58.2% vs. 70.51% state). For parents, the district offers a supportive environment for graduation but requires careful attention to academic readiness, particularly in math and science, where targeted programs like the Algebra I initiative at Crane Middle show promise for advanced learners.
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