KEENE CENTRAL SCHOOL
167 Students
Other K - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 150 |
| Hispanic | 8 |
| Black | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 2 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White150 (90.9 %)
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Hispanic8 (4.8 %)
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Asian2 (1.2 %)
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Two or More2 (1.2 %)
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American Indian2 (1.2 %)
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Black1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 83 | 49.7% |
| Male | 82 | 49.1% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 1.2% |