Serving 239 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Keene Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Math Proficiency: 41%
- Reading Proficiency: 42%
- Science Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keene Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Keene Elementary School's student population of 239 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Keene Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
45%
26%
Hawaiian
15%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Keene Elementary School often compared to?
Keene Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gerard Elementary School, Plum Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Keene Elementary School?
239 students attend Keene Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Keene Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Hawaiian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keene Elementary School?
Keene Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Keene Elementary School offer ?
Keene Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Keene Elementary School part of?
Keene Elementary School is part of Keene Independent School District.
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