Serving 561 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Bedford Road School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bedford Road School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bedford Road School's student population of 561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bedford Road School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bedford Road School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#842 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
68%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedford Road School's ranking?
Bedford Road School is ranked #842 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Bedford Road School often compared to?
Bedford Road Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Todd Elementary School, Bedford Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Bedford Road School?
561 students attend Bedford Road School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bedford Road School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bedford Road School?
Bedford Road School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bedford Road School offer ?
Bedford Road School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bedford Road School part of?
Bedford Road School is part of Pleasantville Union Free School District.
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