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Crane Country Day School

1795 San Leandro Lane, Santa Barbara, CA, 93108-0931 -

School Notes Overview:

Crane Country Day School is dedicated to providing an experiential education characterized by a thoughtful balance of academic challenge and creative expression. We thrive as a community that builds character and confidence, while celebrating the joy in learning....

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School Overview:

	Crane Country Day School
School Membership(s)	National Association of Independent Schools Western States Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades Kindergarten - 8
Year Founded	1928
County	Santa Barbara County, CA
Student Body
Total Students	258 students
Student Body Type	Co-ed
	This School	(CA) School Avg.
% Students of Color	20%	40%
Students by Grade
	Kind - 20 students
	Grade 1 - 20 students
	Grade 2 - 20 students
	Grade 3 - 20 students
	Grade 4 - 22 students
	Grade 5 - 30 students
	Grade 6 - 36 students
	Grade 7 - 45 students
	Grade 8 - 45 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	37 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree	40%
Average Class Size	20
Classroom dress code	Casual
	This School	(CA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	n/a	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	175 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	7 hours	6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline	Feb. 12
Yearly Tuition Cost	$21,000
% on Financial Aid	20%
Acceptance Rate	40%
Head of School	Joel Weiss
Sport
Total Sports Offered	7
	Sports
	Basketball	Flag Football
	Golf	Soccer
	Surf Team	Track and Field
	Volley Ball
Extracurricular
Total Extracurricular Organizations	9
	Extracurriculars
	Chess Club	Discoveries Workshops
	Math Counts	Math Lab
	Math Super Bowl	Pursuits
	Student Council	Tech Crew
	Xylophone Ensembles

School Notes:

We believe in a child's innate curiosity and desire to learn. Our goal is to provide a stimulating academic environment in which children may grow intellectually, realize personal creativity, develop self-assurance, and gain an appreciation of and respect for the diversity in the world around them. The purpose of our program is to reach the whole child in a personal and consistent manner. Through innovative approaches to a traditional curriculum, we provide a thorough foundation in the fundamentals of English, mathematics, science, social studies, and Spanish. We deem art, drama, music, and athletics to be essential parts of our curriculum. Library media and technological resources provide integral support for the program. We encourage students to be eager learners and to take responsibility for their education through three simple principles: 1. be kind to one another, 2. concentrate in class, 3. do the assigned homework. A student mindful of these principles will develop self-discipline and a sound approach to learning. Parents serve as important partners with the school in helping their children embrace these ideals. We believe in the importance of values in the curriculum and strive to build a moral community. We foster personal and social values, emphasizing kindness, honesty, cooperation, self-reliance, compassion, and community service. We believe that helping build moral character in an ethical community will lead to the growth of an inner sturdiness in every child. Mission Statement: Crane Country Day School is dedicated to providing an experiential education characterized by a thoughtful balance of academic challenge and creative expression. We thrive as a community that builds character and confidence, while celebrating the joy in learning.
Profile last updated: 05/27/2009

In the News:

Higher Education in Elementary School (Santa Barbara Daily Sound)
posted on November 17, 2009 at 12:10:27 am
In 1994, legendary local educator, Frank Van Schaick wrote, “Home of the Wilson Wildcats: Life and Death of an American Elementary School” (Capra Press).
Youth sports roundup: October 6, 2009 (Ventura County Star)
posted on October 6, 2009 at 01:38:41 am
GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL CRANE WINS CHAMPIONSHIP Crane Country Day School of Santa Barbara won the ninth annual Junior Tournament of Champions at Oxnard High. Crane defeated Balboa 25-22 in the championship match. La Reina defeated Marymount 25-18 for third place. Crane defeated La Reina 25-19 in a semifinal match. Balboa defeated Marymount 25-13 in the other semifinal match, Balboa Black edged ...

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (93108)	School Zip (93108)	(CA) State Average
Population (Approximate)	12,737 people	33,864,644 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	69%	32%
Population Average Age	46 years old	33 years old
Average Household size	2.4 persons	2.8 persons
Median Household Income	$101,575	$51,306
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	6.3 rooms	4.8 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	42 years old	41 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	76% / 24%	55% / 45%