Serving 366 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Keeney School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 366 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Keeney School serves the southwest part of Manchester, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 1.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keeney School's student population of 366 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
366 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Keeney School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keeney School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#608 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
23%
32%
Black
24%
12%
White
39%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keeney School's ranking?
Keeney School is ranked #608 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Keeney School?
366 students attend Keeney School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Keeney School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keeney School?
Keeney School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Keeney School offer ?
Keeney School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Keeney School part of?
Keeney School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Keeney School located?
Keeney School is located in the Keeney neighborhood of Manchester, CT.
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