Serving 586 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bedford Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bedford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bedford Elementary School's student population of 586 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
586 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Bedford Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bedford Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#520 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
68%
32%
White
5%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedford Elementary School's ranking?
Bedford Elementary School is ranked #520 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Bedford Elementary School often compared to?
Bedford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dundalk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Bedford Elementary School?
586 students attend Bedford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Bedford Elementary School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bedford Elementary School?
Bedford Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bedford Elementary School offer ?
Bedford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bedford Elementary School part of?
Bedford Elementary School is part of Baltimore County School District.
In what neighborhood is Bedford Elementary School located?
Bedford Elementary School is located in the Lochearn neighborhood of Pikesville, MD. There are 1 other public schools located in Lochearn.
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