Serving 923 students in grades 6-8, Bedford Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 923 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bedford Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Temperance, MI, covering approximately 39.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 5.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bedford Junior High School's student population of 923 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
923 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Bedford Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bedford Junior High School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1106 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedford Junior High School's ranking?
Bedford Junior High School is ranked #1106 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Bedford Junior High School?
923 students attend Bedford Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Bedford Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bedford Junior High School?
Bedford Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bedford Junior High School offer ?
Bedford Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bedford Junior High School part of?
Bedford Junior High School is part of Bedford School District.
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