For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,705 students in Bedford, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 128 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Bedford, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Bedford, PA are Bedford Sr. High School, Bedford Elementary School and Bedford Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bedford, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Bedford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bedford, PA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bedford Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
330 E John St
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4250
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4250
Grades: 9-12
| 536 students
Rank: #22.
Bedford Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3639 Business Route 220
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4221
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4221
Grades: K-5
| 766 students
Rank: #33.
Bedford Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
440 E Watson St
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4200
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4200
Grades: 6-8
| 403 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bedford, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Bedford, PA include Bedford Sr. High School, Bedford Elementary School and Bedford Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bedford?
3 public schools are located in Bedford.
What percentage of students in Bedford go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Bedford are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bedford?
Bedford public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Bedford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Bedford include: Bedford Middle School vs. Bedford Elementary School
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