School Overview
Keene Central School, located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains in Keene Valley, New York, serves as a small, community-focused educational hub for students in grades K–12. Due to its unique geographic location, the school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment that integrates the natural beauty and rugged landscape of the Adirondacks into its curriculum and student life. The school prides itself on small class sizes, which foster strong relationships between students and faculty while providing personalized attention to academic and personal growth.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school acts as a central gathering place for the residents of the Keene Valley area, often hosting local events and fostering a strong sense of civic engagement. Their educational philosophy focuses on preparing students for higher education and future careers while cultivating character, resilience, and a deep appreciation for their surrounding environment. By maintaining a balance between rigorous state standards and experiential, place-based learning, Keene Central School strives to provide a comprehensive and supportive educational experience for every student.
167
Total Students
22.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for KEENE CENTRAL SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White150
Hispanic8
Black1
Asian2
Two or More2
American Indian2
  • White
    150 (90.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    8 (4.8 %)
  • Asian
    2 (1.2 %)
  • Two or More
    2 (1.2 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (1.2 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: KEENE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (518)576-4555
Website: http://www.keenecentralschool.org
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 167
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 45
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 14
Grade 1 13
Grade 2 10
Grade 3 15
Grade 4 12
Grade 5 17
Grade 6 8
Grade 7 9
Grade 8 18
Grade 9 15
Grade 10 14
Grade 11 15
Grade 12 7

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for KEENE CENTRAL SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten14
Grade 113
Grade 210
Grade 315
Grade 412
Grade 517
Grade 68
Grade 79
Grade 818
Grade 915
Grade 1014
Grade 1115
Grade 127
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for KEENE CENTRAL SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female8349.7%
Male8249.1%
Not Specified21.2%