Bedford High School is a rural public high school located in Bedford, Iowa, United States. It is one of two high schools in Taylor County.
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% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). 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: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (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
Top Rankings
Bedford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Bedford High School's student population of 243 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1880
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
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.
Overall Testing Rank
#52 out of 1233 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)80%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
95%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)80-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldogs And Lady Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedford High School's ranking?
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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% 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 80-89%, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bedford High School part of?
Bedford High School is part of Bedford Comm School District.
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