Bedford High School is a public high school in the town of Bedford, New Hampshire, United States. The high school adjoins the town's Ross A. Lurgio Middle School. The combined schools are situated on a 40-acre campus at 47 Nashua Road.
Serving 1,358 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bedford High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bedford, NH, covering approximately 33.1 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a short 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.4 miles.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bedford High School's student population of 1,358 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,358 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Bedford High School ranks within the top 10% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bedford High School is 0.38, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 455 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
82%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
24.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red, Silver
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 #27 out of 455 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, Goffstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bedford High School?
The graduation rate of Bedford High School is 93%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Bedford High School?
1,358 students attend Bedford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bedford High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% 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 13:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bedford High School part of?
Bedford High School is part of Bedford School District.
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