For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,967 students in Bedford, OH.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bedford, OH are Carylwood Intermediate School, Columbus Intermediate School and Glendale Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bedford, OH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Ohio public elementary school average of 57%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 59% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bedford have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary school average of 35% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bedford, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carylwood Intermediate School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1387 Caryl Dr
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4509
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4509
Gr: 3-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Columbus Intermediate School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
23600 Columbus Rd
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 786-3322
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 786-3322
Gr: 3-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Glendale Primary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Glendale St
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4227
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4227
Gr: PK-2 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Heskett Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5771 Perkins Rd
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4450
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4450
Gr: 6-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #55.
Central Primary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
799 Washington St
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4225
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4225
Gr: PK-2 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Excel
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
485 Northfield Rd
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 786-3506
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 786-3506
Gr: 3-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Bedford, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
24200 Aurora Rd
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4503
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4503
Gr: 6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Bedford, OH?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bedford, OH include Carylwood Intermediate School, Columbus Intermediate School and Glendale Primary 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 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public elementary schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Bedford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Bedford include: Central Primary School vs. Glendale Primary School, Glendale Primary School vs. Central Primary School
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