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#38 of 73 private schools in NH

Ashuelot Valley Academy

High School

31 WASHINGTON ST, Keene, NH 03431

Private

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

6.4:1

Score

6.4

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New Hampshire private schools

#38 of 73

In Keene

#2 of 3

public schools

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Ashuelot Valley Academy

6.4/10

High School in Keene · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ashuelot Valley Academy

Ashuelot Valley Academy is a private high school in Keene, NH. Ashuelot Valley Academy serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashuelot Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #38 of 73 private schools in NH.

How it compares0.3 pts below NH schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • NH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Ashuelot Valley Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.4:1 students to teachers, Ashuelot Valley Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Ashuelot Valley Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Ashuelot Valley Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Keene, NH

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
This School
vs
11:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
362
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
4.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 90.6% vs 0%
Black 6.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%
Ashuelot Valley Academy Keene Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Ashuelot Valley Academy (this school) 6.4
Gathering Waters Charter School (H)
Franklin Elementary School 4.5
Gathering Waters Charter School (E) 3.4
Wheelock Elementary School 3.6
Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock 6.0
Fuller Elementary School 5.6
Symonds Elementary School 5.5
Keene High School 6.5
Keene Middle School 4.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NH.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,430
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 5.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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Enrollment 32
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NH

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 90.6%
Black 6.2%
Hispanic 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

31 WASHINGTON ST, Keene, NH 03431

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ashuelot Valley Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Keene High School (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Monadnock Regional High School (rated 5.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby E. Swanzey), a more accessible option. For more schools in Keene, see our Keene schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Gathering Waters Charter School (H) Keene 0.0 mi
Franklin Elementary School Keene 0.4 mi 4.5
ST JOSEPH REGIONAL SCHOOL Keene 0.4 mi 6.6
Wheelock Elementary School Keene 0.6 mi 3.6
Gathering Waters Charter School (E) Keene 0.5 mi 3.4
Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock Keene 0.8 mi 6.0
Fuller Elementary School Keene 0.9 mi 5.6
Symonds Elementary School Keene 1.4 mi 5.5
Keene High School Keene 1.9 mi 6.5
Jonathan Daniels School Keene 2.3 mi 3.2
Keene Middle School Keene 2.4 mi 4.0
CEDARCREST SCHOOL Keene 2.4 mi
MONTESSORI SCHOOLHOUSE OF CHESHIRE COUNTY Keene 2.3 mi
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Keene 2.5 mi 5.2
Mt. Caesar Elementary School E. Swanzey 4.1 mi 4.8
Monadnock Regional Middle School E. Swanzey 4.2 mi 3.1
Monadnock Regional High School E. Swanzey 4.2 mi 5.1
Marlborough Elementary School Marlborough 3.8 mi 3.4
Cutler Elementary School W. Swanzey 5.2 mi 4.4
Surry Village Charter School Surry 5.9 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,196

Median Home Value

$233,900

Median Rent

$1,279/mo

Population

25,035

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

51.9%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

36.8

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GRANITE HILL SCHOOL Newport, NH 5.7
JESSE REMINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Candia, NH 5.7
Compass Classical Academy Charter School (H) Northfield, NH 5.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ashuelot Valley Academy

What grades does Ashuelot Valley Academy serve?

Ashuelot Valley Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Ashuelot Valley Academy?

Ashuelot Valley Academy has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ashuelot Valley Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ashuelot Valley Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ashuelot Valley Academy rank in NH?

Ashuelot Valley Academy ranks #38 of 73 private schools in NH.

What is Ashuelot Valley Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ashuelot Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ashuelot Valley Academy a private school?

Yes, Ashuelot Valley Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ashuelot Valley Academy a religious school?

No, Ashuelot Valley Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
94 Walker's Paradise
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
81% M / 19% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
220 days
Setting
Distant Town
County
Cheshire County

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