Serving 243 students in grades 6-12, Bedford High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 243 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Minority Enrollment: 5%
Graduation Rate
: ≥80% (Btm 50% in IA)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 5%
Math Proficiency
: 80-84% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: 80-84% (Top 10%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Bedford High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bedford High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Bedford High School is ranked #52 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bedford High School?
The graduation rate of Bedford High School is 80%, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Bedford High School?
243 students attend Bedford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Bedford High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bedford High School?
Bedford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bedford High School offer ?
Bedford High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bedford High School part of?
An in-depth examination of the critical challenges confronting America's public education system, exploring issues ranging from classroom overcrowding to student poverty, and highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive solutions.
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
Explore the revolutionary approach of Personalized Learning in K-12 education. This article discusses the benefits, challenges, and potential of tailoring education to individual student needs, incorporating technology and adaptive learning methods to prepare students for the 21st century.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 6-12
Enrollment: 243 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Minority Enrollment: 5%
Graduation Rate
: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 5%
Math Proficiency
: 80-84% (Top 20%)
Reading Proficiency
: 90-94% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: 80-84% (Top 10%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
