Wanda R. Smith High School, formerly Keene High School, is a public high school located in Keene, Texas, United States. It is classified as a 3A school by the UIL. It is part of the Keene Independent School District located in central Johnson County.
Serving 373 students in grades 9-12, Keene High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: KEENE H S's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Keene, TX, covering approximately 5 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keene High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Keene High School's student population of 373 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
373 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1989
School Calendar
School Motto
Keene ISD is family, and as a family, we are committed to providing our students big school opportunities in a small school environment.
School Rankings
Keene High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keene High 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#5643 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
13%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Charger
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keene High School's ranking?
Keene High School is ranked #5643 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Keene High School often compared to?
Keene High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cleburne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Keene High School?
The graduation rate of Keene High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Keene High School?
373 students attend Keene High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Keene High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keene High School?
Keene High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keene High School offer ?
Keene High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Keene High School part of?
Keene High School is part of Keene Independent School District.
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