Best Schools in Keene, New Hampshire
16 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 5 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Keene by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Symonds Elementary School
Elementary · Keene School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary · Keene School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Fuller Elementary School
Elementary · Keene School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Keene for 2026 are Symonds Elementary School (8.6/10), Franklin Elementary School (8.3/10), and Fuller Elementary School (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
16
10 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$233,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
16
10 public · 6 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$233,900
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.6/10 despite 28% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.2 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Keene schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +12.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Keene schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Keene
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 16 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Symonds Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Franklin Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Fuller Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Wheelock Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Keene Middle School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Keene High School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Gathering Waters Charter School (h) | 4.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock | 3.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Gathering Waters Charter School (e) | 2.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $78,196
- Median home value
- $233,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 52%
29% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Keene compares
New Hampshire rank
#47 of 74
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below New Hampshire avg (6.3)
Median household income
$78k
81% of New Hampshire median
Schools in this city
14
Keene School District runs 70% of Keene's public schools
Keene touches 3 districts, but Keene School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Keene School District accounts for 7 of 10 public schools (70%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 2.4 to 8.6 — the spread is inside Keene, not a citywide average.
- Keene School District7 public · 70%
- Gathering Waters Charter School2 public · 20%
- Making Community Connections Charter School1 public · 10%
About Schools in Keene, New Hampshire
Keene, New Hampshire is home to 16 schools, including 10 public schools and 6 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 5 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Keene show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Keene is Symonds Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Keene is served by 3 school districts: Making Community Connections Charter School, Gathering Waters Charter School, Keene School District. These districts collectively serve 3,381 students.
Keene's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $78,196. The poverty rate in the area is 9.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 303 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 215 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 3 | 284 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 4 | 194 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 | ||
| 5 | 216 students · Kindergarten–8th | 2.4 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Trinity Christian SchoolPrivate 96 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 4 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 601 students · 6th–8th | 6.0 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,328 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 | ||
| 2 | 56 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 | ||
| 3 | 65 students · 9th–12th | 3.4 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Ashuelot Valley AcademyPrivate 46 students · 5th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Our Lady of Mercy AcademyPrivate 94 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 93 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.0 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Joseph Regional SchoolPrivate 286 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Cedarcrest SchoolPrivate 21 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Keene
Keene, New Hampshire · 16 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$78,196
Median Home Value
$233,900
Median Rent
$1,279/mo
Population
25,035
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
52%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Community Profile
Keene has a median household income of $78,196. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $233,900, with a median rent of $1,279/month. The local poverty rate of 9.8% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- New Hampshire
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 5
- Other
- 3
Resources
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Keene, New Hampshire
How many schools are in Keene, New Hampshire?
Keene has 16 schools, including 10 public and 6 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Keene, New Hampshire?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Keene is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Keene, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked school in Keene on MySchoolScout is Symonds Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Keene, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked elementary school in Keene on MySchoolScout is Symonds Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Keene, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked middle school in Keene on MySchoolScout is Keene Middle School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Keene, New Hampshire?
The top-ranked high school in Keene on MySchoolScout is Keene High School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Keene, New Hampshire?
Keene is served by 3 school districts: Making Community Connections Charter School, Gathering Waters Charter School, Keene School District.
What is the education level in Keene, New Hampshire?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Keene have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Keene, New Hampshire?
The median household income in Keene is approximately $78,196 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Keene, New Hampshire?
Yes, Keene has 6 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Ashuelot Valley Academy with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Keene, New Hampshire?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Keene is 10.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Keene, New Hampshire?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New Hampshire Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.