Serving 1,449 students in grades 9-13, Bedford High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bedford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bedford High School's student population of 1,449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
Total Students
1,449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bedford High School ranks within the top 10% of all 456 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bedford High School is 0.32, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.30. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#35 out of 456 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
1%
2%
White
82%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
18%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedford High School's ranking?
Bedford High School is ranked #35 out of 456 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Bedford High School often compared to?
Bedford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hollis-brookline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bedford High School?
The graduation rate of Bedford High School is 97%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bedford High School?
1,449 students attend Bedford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bedford High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bedford High School?
Bedford High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bedford High School offer ?
Bedford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-13
What school district is Bedford High School part of?
Bedford High School is part of Bedford School District.
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