Serving 166 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Keene Central School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keene Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Keene Central School's student population of 166 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
2
School Motto
“Adapting, connecting, thriving - Keene guides resilient, confident learners prepared for a diverse and ever-changing world.”
School Rankings
Keene Central School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keene Central School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1026 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
90%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keene Central School's ranking?
Keene Central School is ranked #1026 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Keene Central School often compared to?
Keene Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schroon Lake Central School, Mountain View Campus, Lake View Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Keene Central School?
The graduation rate of Keene Central School is 50%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Keene Central School?
166 students attend Keene Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Keene Central School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keene Central School?
Keene Central School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Keene Central School offer ?
Keene Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Keene Central School part of?
Keene Central School is part of Keene Central School District.
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