For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,158 students in Bedford, NH (there are 9 private schools, serving 686 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Bedford, NH are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%). Bedford has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in New Hampshire.
The top ranked public schools in Bedford, NH are Riddle Brook School, Peter Woodbury School and Memorial School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bedford, NH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New Hampshire public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Bedford have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New Hampshire public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Hampshire public school average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bedford, NH (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riddle Brook School
Magnet School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
230 New Boston Rd.
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 471-1082
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 471-1082
Grades: K-4
| 526 students
Rank: #22.
Peter Woodbury School
Magnet School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
180 County Rd.
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 622-0431
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 622-0431
Grades: K-4
| 450 students
Rank: #33.
Memorial School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
55 Old Bedford Rd.
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 627-1776
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 627-1776
Grades: PK-4
| 445 students
Rank: #44.
Mckelvie Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
108 Liberty Hill Rd.
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 472-3951
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 472-3951
Grades: 5-6
| 649 students
Rank: #55.
Ross A. Lurgio Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
47a Nashua Rd.
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 310-9100
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 310-9100
Grades: 7-8
| 700 students
Rank: #66.
Bedford High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
47b Nashua Rd.
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 310-9000
Bedford, NH 03110
(603) 310-9000
Grades: 9-13
| 1,388 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bedford, NH?
The top ranked public schools in Bedford, NH include Riddle Brook School, Peter Woodbury School and Memorial School. Bedford has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in New Hampshire.
How many public schools are located in Bedford?
6 public schools are located in Bedford.
What percentage of students in Bedford go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Bedford are educated in public schools (compared to the NH state average of 84%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bedford?
Bedford public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New Hampshire public schools average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bedford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bedford include: Peter Woodbury School vs. Riddle Brook School, Riddle Brook School vs. Peter Woodbury School, Memorial School vs. Riddle Brook School
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