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 1,393 students in grades 9-13, Bedford High School ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). 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 14:1 is higher than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 1,393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Bedford High School's student population of 1,393 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
White, Black, Red, Silver
School Rankings
Bedford High School ranks within the top 20% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bedford High School is 0.36, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#46 out of 457 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
2%
White
79%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedford High School's ranking?
Bedford High School is ranked #46 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 94%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Bedford High School?
1,393 students attend Bedford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Bedford High School students are White, 9% 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 14:1, 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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