For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 3,452 students in Keene, NH (there are 6 private schools, serving 514 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Keene, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Keene, NH are Symonds Elementary School, Fuller Elementary School and Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Keene, NH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Keene have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Keene, NH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Symonds Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
79 Park Ave.
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-3405
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-3405
Gr: K-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Fuller Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
422 Elm St.
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-1245
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-1245
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 Marlboro St., #115
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 283-0844
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 283-0844
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Surry Village Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
449 Route 12a
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 357-9700
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 357-9700
Gr: K-8 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
Keene High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
43 Arch St.
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-0640
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-0640
Gr: 9-12 | 1,288 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Gathering Waters Charter School (E)
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
98 South Lincoln Street
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 733-8701
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 733-8701
Gr: K-8 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
217 Washington St.
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-1712
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-1712
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #88.
Wheelock Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
24 Adams St.
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-2244
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-2244
Gr: K-5 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #99.
Keene Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
167 Maple Ave.
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 357-9023
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 357-9023
Gr: 6-8 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Gathering Waters Charter School (H)
Charter School
31 Washington Street
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 733-8969
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 733-8969
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Granite Valley Preparatory Chartered Public School
Charter School
311 Main St
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 439-9408
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 439-9408
Rank: n/an/a
227 Maple Avenue
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 354-2106
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 354-2106
Gr: PK | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Keene, NH?
The top-ranked public schools in Keene, NH include Symonds Elementary School, Fuller Elementary School and Making Community Connections Charter School - Monadnock.
How many public schools are located in Keene?
12 public schools are located in Keene.
What percentage of students in Keene go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Keene are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Keene?
Keene public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Keene are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Keene include: Keene Middle School vs. Surry Village Charter School, Surry Village Charter School vs. Keene Middle School, Franklin Elementary School vs. Symonds Elementary School
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