Schools in Bedford, OH

The city of Bedford, Ohio is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this district face significant challenges, with low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and high levels of economic disadvantage among the student population.

Among the standout schools, Heskett Middle School stands out for its exceptional performance in Geometry and Algebra I, with proficiency rates far exceeding the district and state averages. Additionally, Columbus Intermediate School is the highest-performing elementary school, ranking in the top 2 stars on the statewide SchoolDigger rankings and demonstrating relatively strong proficiency in subjects like 5th grade Science and 3rd-5th grade English Language Arts.

However, the district as a whole faces significant challenges. Graduation rates at Bedford High School and the alternative school Excel are below the state average, and chronic absenteeism rates are alarmingly high across all schools, ranging from 37.1% to 37.1%. Additionally, the schools have very high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high levels of economic disadvantage in the Bedford City district. These systemic issues likely contribute to the low academic performance observed, with proficiency rates on state tests often well below state averages.