Bedford Primary serves 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Attendance Zone: Bedford Primary serves the northwest part of Bedford, VA, covering an area of approximately 71.1 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 5.3 miles and the furthest edge located 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bedford Primary's student population of 266 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bedford Primary is 0.49, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
13%
21%
White
69%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bedford Primary often compared to?
Bedford Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like New London Academy Elementary School, Otter River Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bedford Primary?
266 students attend Bedford Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bedford Primary students are White, 13% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bedford Primary?
Bedford Primary has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Bedford Primary offer ?
Bedford Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Bedford Primary part of?
Bedford Primary is part of Bedford County School District.
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