Serving 259 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Keene Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Math Proficiency: 41%
- Reading Proficiency: 42%
- Science Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keene Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Keene Elementary School's student population of 259 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Keene Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
42%
25%
Hawaiian
15%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Keene Elementary School often compared to?
Keene Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gerard Elementary School, Plum Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Keene Elementary School?
259 students attend Keene Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Keene Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keene Elementary School?
Keene Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keene Elementary School offer ?
Keene Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Keene Elementary School part of?
Keene Elementary School is part of Keene Independent School District.
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