Serving 448 students in grades 2-5, Bedford Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bedford Elementary serves the northwest part of Bedford, VA, covering an area of approximately 71.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 4.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bedford Elementary School's student population of 448 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Bedford Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bedford Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#1402 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
16%
21%
White
70%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.4%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedford Elementary School's ranking?
Bedford Elementary School is ranked #1402 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Bedford Elementary School?
448 students attend Bedford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Bedford Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bedford Elementary School?
Bedford Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bedford Elementary School offer ?
Bedford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Bedford Elementary School part of?
Bedford Elementary School is part of Bedford County School District.
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