For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,800 students in Bedford, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Bedford, IN are Shawswick Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bedford, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bedford have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bedford, IN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shawswick Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
71 Shawswick School Rd
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-3115
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-3115
Grades: K-6
| 480 students
Rank: #22.
Parkview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2024 W 16th St
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-3301
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-3301
Grades: PK-6
| 513 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2014 'f' St
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-6311
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-6311
Grades: K-6
| 322 students
Rank: #44.
Needmore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
278 Trogdon Lane
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-2192
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-2192
Grades: K-6
| 242 students
Rank: #55.
Lawrence County Independent Schools
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
223 Old Farm Road
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 277-9803
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 277-9803
Grades: K-8
| 243 students
Rank: n/an/a
North Lawrence Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
258 Bnl Dr
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-3561
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-3561
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Bedford, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Englewood School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3203 Washington Ave
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-8876
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-8876
Grades: K-11
| 28 students
223 Old Farm Rd
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-2376
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-2376
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
278 Trogdon Lane
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-2192
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 279-2192
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
1701 Brian Lane Way
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-2333
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-2333
Grades: PK-2
| n/a students
71 Shawswick School Rd
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-6121
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-6121
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
420 'w' St
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-4821
Bedford, IN 47421
(812) 275-4821
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Bedford, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Bedford, IN include Shawswick Elementary School, Parkview Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bedford?
6 public elementary schools are located in Bedford.
What is the racial composition of students in Bedford?
Bedford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Bedford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Bedford include: Lincoln Elementary School vs. Shawswick Elementary School, Shawswick Elementary School vs. Lincoln Elementary School
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