For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,428 students in Bedford, NY (there are 2 private schools, serving 534 private students). 82% of all K-12 students in Bedford, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Bedford, NY are Fox Lane High School, Bedford Village Elementary School and Fox Lane Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bedford, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the New York public school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 63% statewide average). Schools in Bedford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bedford, NY (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fox Lane High School
(Math: 97% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
S Bedford Rd
Bedford, NY 10506
(914) 241-6085
Bedford, NY 10506
(914) 241-6085
Grades: 9-12
| 1,302 students
Rank: #22.
Bedford Village Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45 Court St
Bedford, NY 10506
(914) 234-4178
Bedford, NY 10506
(914) 234-4178
Grades: K-5
| 293 students
Rank: #33.
Fox Lane Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
S Bedford Rd
Bedford, NY 10506
(914) 241-6144
Bedford, NY 10506
(914) 241-6144
Grades: 6-8
| 833 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bedford, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Bedford, NY include Fox Lane High School, Bedford Village Elementary School and Fox Lane Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bedford, NY?
3 public schools are located in Bedford, NY.
What percentage of students in Bedford, NY go to public school?
82% of all K-12 students in Bedford, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bedford, NY?
Bedford, NY public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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