Best 76021 Texas Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,472 students in 76021, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 136 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 76021, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 76021, TX are Harwood J High School, Bedford Heights Elementary School and Bedford J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76021 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76021, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

Best 76021, TX Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harwood J High School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3000 Martin Dr
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 354-3360
Gr: 7-9 | 1,014 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Bedford Heights Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1000 Cummings Dr
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 788-3150
Gr: PK-6 | 638 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Bedford J High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
325 Carolyn Dr
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 788-3101
Gr: 7-9 | 1,001 student Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Meadow Creek Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3001 Harwood
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 354-3500
Gr: PK-6 | 649 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
Spring Garden Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2400 Cummings Rd
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 354-3395
Gr: PK-6 | 602 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #66.
Shady Brook Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2601 Shady Brook Dr
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 354-3513
Gr: PK-6 | 568 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 76021, TX?
The top ranked public schools in 76021, TX include Harwood J High School, Bedford Heights Elementary School and Bedford J High School.
How many public schools are located in 76021?
6 public schools are located in 76021.
What percentage of students in 76021 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 76021 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76021?
76021 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).

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