Serving 626 students in grades 6-8, Keene Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keene Middle School's student population of 626 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Rankings
Keene Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Keene Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#402 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
2%
White
87%
82%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keene Middle School's ranking?
Keene Middle School is ranked #402 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Keene Middle School often compared to?
Keene Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Surry Village Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Keene Middle School?
626 students attend Keene Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Keene Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keene Middle School?
Keene Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Keene Middle School offer ?
Keene Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keene Middle School part of?
Keene Middle School is part of Keene School District.
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