Serving 3 students in grades 9-12, Bedford County Technical Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1% in PA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bedford County Technical Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Bedford County Technical Center's student population of 3 students has declined by 98% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bedford County Technical Center is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
67%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
33%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% PA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
How many students attend Bedford County Technical Center?
3 students attend Bedford County Technical Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bedford County Technical Center students are White, and 33% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Bedford County Technical Center offer ?
Bedford County Technical Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Bedford County Technical Center part of?
Bedford County Technical Center is part of Bedford County Technical Center School District.
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