Serving 710 students in grades 6-8, Bedford Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bedford Middle School serves the southeast part of Westport, CT, covering an area of approximately 11.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest boundary being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bedford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bedford Middle School's student population of 710 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
710 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bedford Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bedford Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bedford Middle School's ranking?
Bedford Middle School is ranked #94 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bedford Middle School often compared to?
Bedford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coleytown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Bedford Middle School?
710 students attend Bedford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Bedford Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bedford Middle School?
Bedford Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bedford Middle School offer ?
Bedford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bedford Middle School part of?
Bedford Middle School is part of Westport School District.
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