For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,910 students in Keene, NH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Keene, NH are Symonds Elementary School, Fuller Elementary School and Surry Village Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Keene, NH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Keene have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Keene, NH (2025-26)
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 | 303 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 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
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 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
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 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
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 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
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 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #77.
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 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
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School
Location
Quick Facts
179 Maple Ave.
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-8012
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-8012
Gr: 1-5 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
449 Rte 12a
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-2669
Keene, NH 03431
(603) 352-2669
Gr: 1-6 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Keene, NH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Keene, NH include Symonds Elementary School, Fuller Elementary School and Surry Village Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Keene?
7 public elementary schools are located in Keene.
What is the racial composition of students in Keene?
Keene public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Keene are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Keene include: Keene Middle School vs. Surry Village Charter School, Surry Village Charter School vs. Keene Middle School, Symonds Elementary School vs. Franklin Elementary School
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