Bedford Elementary School

Bedford Elementary School serves 280 students in prekindergarten through fifth grade in this small Taylor County community. With 18 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a comfortable 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.5 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking impressively at 151st out of 1,288 Iowa elementary schools, placing it in the 88th percentile statewide.

Students consistently perform well on standardized assessments, with 82% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, and an even stronger 87% meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in mathematics. Bedford Elementary draws families from a stable rural community where the median household income is $63,182 and home values average $105,300. The local poverty rate remains relatively low at 6.9%, contributing to a supportive environment for learning.

While only 16% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, the school's academic results suggest strong community support for education. Located in Iowa's remote rural landscape, Bedford Elementary provides quality education in a close-knit setting where students can develop strong relationships with teachers and peers while building a solid academic foundation.

Located in a rural area, Bedford Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.