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#215 of 480 schools in NH

Top 45% in state

Keene High School

High School · Keene School District

43 Arch St., Keene, NH 03431

Enrollment

1,328

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#215 of 480

In Keene

#1 of 9

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

Keene School District

Academic growth

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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6.5/10

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About Keene High School

Keene High School is a public high school in Keene, NH, part of Keene School District. Keene High School serves approximately 1,328 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Keene High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Keene High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NH schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

30% of students at Keene High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
College Readiness5.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation9.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,067
Chronic Absenteeism30.1%

Keene High School — Students at Keene High School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

24.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
33%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
39%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
61%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Keene High School Compares

See how Keene High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in NH
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.5
Sports
23
10 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
105 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
9.5% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
10 boys'·13 girls'·45 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

43 Arch St., Keene, NH 03431

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keene High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ASHUELOT VALLEY ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock (rated 6.0/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Monadnock Regional High School (rated 5.1/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby E. Swanzey), a more accessible option. For more schools in Keene, see our Keene schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
MONTESSORI SCHOOLHOUSE OF CHESHIRE COUNTY Keene 0.5 mi
Symonds Elementary School Keene 0.5 mi 5.5
CEDARCREST SCHOOL Keene 0.9 mi
Keene Middle School Keene 1.1 mi 4.0
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Keene 1.0 mi 5.2
Jonathan Daniels School Keene 1.2 mi 3.2
Fuller Elementary School Keene 1.7 mi 5.6
ST JOSEPH REGIONAL SCHOOL Keene 1.9 mi 6.6
ASHUELOT VALLEY ACADEMY Keene 1.9 mi 6.4
Gathering Waters Charter School (H) Keene 1.9 mi
Franklin Elementary School Keene 1.9 mi 4.5
Wheelock Elementary School Keene 2.2 mi 3.6
Gathering Waters Charter School (E) Keene 2.4 mi 3.4
Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock Keene 2.5 mi 6.0
Cutler Elementary School W. Swanzey 4.9 mi 4.4
Mt. Caesar Elementary School E. Swanzey 4.8 mi 4.8
Monadnock Regional Middle School E. Swanzey 4.9 mi 3.1
Monadnock Regional High School E. Swanzey 4.9 mi 5.1
Surry Village Charter School Surry 5.2 mi 7.2
Marlborough Elementary School Marlborough 5.6 mi 3.4

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Concord High School Concord, NH 6.5
Nashua High School North Nashua, NH 6.3
BISHOP GUERTIN HIGH SCHOOL Nashua, NH 6.2
Dover Senior High School Dover, NH 6.1
Goffstown High School Goffstown, NH 6.9
Merrimack High School Merrimack, NH 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keene High School

What grades does Keene High School serve?

Keene High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Keene High School?

Keene High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,328 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Keene High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Keene High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keene High School rank in NH?

Keene High School ranks #215 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Keene High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Keene High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Keene High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keene High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Keene High School a charter school?

No, Keene High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Keene High School a Title I school?

No, Keene High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Keene High School?

24.8% of students at Keene High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,328
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
105
Free/Reduced Lunch
24.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Cheshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.1%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Keene School District
District Enrollment
3,044
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,067
District Rank
#1 of 7

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