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#75 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 4% in state

Bedford High

High School · Bedford

9 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA 01730

Enrollment

866

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

9.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#75 of 1,793

In Bedford

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Bedford

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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9.1/10

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About Bedford High

Bedford High is a public high school in Bedford, MA, part of Bedford. Bedford High serves approximately 866 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Bedford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #75 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Bedford High show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

What's said publicly about Bedford High

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Bedford High School is a public high school located in Bedford, Massachusetts, operated by the Bedford Public Schools district 2 . The student body primarily consists of residents from Bedford 2 . Additionally, the school serves students from the neighboring Hanscom Air Force Base and students from Boston who participate in the METCO system 2 . Some students from Bedford attend Shawsheen Valley Technical High School instead 2 .
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How it compares2.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+26.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+28 pts
Overall Proficiency76% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation26.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,837
Chronic Absenteeism12.6%

Bedford High — Students at Bedford High score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 84.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 88.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
59.6% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
90%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
91%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
97%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
71.5%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
81.5%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
81%
2023
Math
80%
ELA
86%
2024
Math
83%
ELA
83%
2025
Math
72%
ELA
80%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.

How Bedford High Compares

See how Bedford High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
96th percentile in MA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.9
Sports
26
13 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
79 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
26.2% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
13 boys'·13 girls'·51 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA 01730

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bedford High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lexington High (rated 9.3/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Lexington), with a very similar rating. Another option is Minuteman Regional High (rated 8.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Lexington), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Billerica Memorial High School (rated 4.7/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Billerica), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bedford, see our Bedford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
John Glenn Middle Bedford 0.2 mi 9.2
BEDFORD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bedford 1.1 mi
Lt Eleazer Davis Bedford 1.3 mi 7.8
Lt Job Lane School Bedford 1.7 mi 8.0
THE GUILD FOR HUMAN SERVICES Concord 1.9 mi 7.1
Hanscom Middle Hanscom Air Force Base 2.4 mi 6.4
FUSE SCHOOL Lexington 2.3 mi
NASHOBA LEARNING GROUP Bedford 2.5 mi 6.7
Minuteman Regional High Lexington 3.2 mi 8.3
Joseph Estabrook Lexington 2.6 mi 9.6
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BURLINGTON Burlington 2.8 mi
BIRCHES SCHOOL Lincoln 3.7 mi 5.1
Maria Hastings Lexington 3.6 mi 8.8
Wm Diamond Middle Lexington 3.5 mi 8.7
THE FENN SCHOOL Concord 3.5 mi 7.0
Bridge Lexington 4.2 mi 9.2
Parker Billerica 4.6 mi 7.6
Billerica Memorial High School Billerica 4.8 mi 4.7
Francis Wyman Elementary Burlington 3.6 mi 7.6
Lexington High Lexington 4.3 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01730 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$158,286

Median Home Value

$878,200

Median Rent

$2,430/mo

Population

14,478

College Educated

69.4%

Homeownership

70.8%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

44.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Duxbury High Duxbury, MA 9.1
Algonquin Regional High Northborough, MA 9.0
Milton High Milton, MA 8.8
Norwell High Norwell, MA 8.8
Dover-Sherborn Regional High Dover, MA 9.4
Wayland High School Wayland, MA 9.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bedford High

What grades does Bedford High serve?

Bedford High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bedford High?

Bedford High has an enrollment of approximately 866 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bedford High?

The student-teacher ratio at Bedford High is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bedford High rank in MA?

Bedford High ranks #75 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Bedford High's MySchoolScout rating?

Bedford High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bedford High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bedford High has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bedford High a charter school?

No, Bedford High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bedford High a Title I school?

No, Bedford High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
866
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
79
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Bedford
District Enrollment
2,559
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,837
District Rank
#2 of 4

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