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#1228 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 26% in state

Bedford Hills Elementary School

Elementary School · BEDFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

123 BABBITT RD, Bedford Hills, NY 10507

Enrollment

299

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,228 of 4,742

In Bedford Hills

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

BEDFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Bedford Hills Elementary School

7.5/10

Elementary School in Bedford Hills · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bedford Hills Elementary School

Bedford Hills Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bedford Hills, NY, part of BEDFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bedford Hills Elementary School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bedford Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,228 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bedford Hills Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.6
  • NY avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+7.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$40,945
Chronic Absenteeism6%

Bedford Hills Elementary School — Students at Bedford Hills Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
48.1% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 56.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.0% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
58.3%
ELA
62.3%
2022
Math
61.2%
ELA
54.6%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Bedford Hills Elementary School Compares

See how Bedford Hills Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in NY
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

Location

123 BABBITT RD, Bedford Hills, NY 10507

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bedford Hills Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. INCREASE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Katonah), which scores notably higher. Another option is KATONAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Katonah), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PRIMROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Lincolndale), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bedford Hills, see our Bedford Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
KATONAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah 0.9 mi 8.2
WEST PATENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills 1.3 mi 7.4
THE HARVEY SCHOOL Katonah 2.1 mi 7.8
RIPPOWAM CISQUA SCHOOL Bedford 2.3 mi 7.4
FOX LANE HIGH SCHOOL Bedford 3.2 mi 8.6
MOUNT KISCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Kisco 3.0 mi 4.1
FOX LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bedford 3.4 mi 6.2
TALMUD TORAH BAIS YECHIEL-NITRA Mount Kisco 2.8 mi 5.6
YESHIVA FARM SETTLEMENT SCHOOL Mount Kisco 2.9 mi 5.8
THE KARAFIN SCHOOL Mount Kisco 3.7 mi 6.9
BEDFORD VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford 3.5 mi 7.0
INCREASE MILLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah 4.6 mi 8.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL Lincolndale 5.2 mi 7.8
SOMERS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lincolndale 5.3 mi 9.1
SEVEN BRIDGES MIDDLE SCHOOL Chappaqua 4.6 mi 8.7
PUTNAM-WESTCHESTER BOCES Yorktown Heights 4.8 mi 6.1
ST PATRICK SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 4.6 mi 6.0
HORACE GREELEY HIGH SCHOOL Chappaqua 5.4 mi 9.3
IVES SCHOOL Lincolndale 6.0 mi 6.5
SOMERS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Somers 6.1 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,213

Median Home Value

$628,500

Median Rent

$1,877/mo

Population

6,044

College Educated

45.4%

Homeownership

64.8%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 7.5
CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson, NY 7.5
ELBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elbridge, NY 7.5
FLOWER HILL SCHOOL Huntington, NY 7.5
GRAND AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Baldwin, NY 7.5
HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring, NY 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bedford Hills Elementary School

What grades does Bedford Hills Elementary School serve?

Bedford Hills Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bedford Hills Elementary School?

Bedford Hills Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bedford Hills Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bedford Hills Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bedford Hills Elementary School rank in NY?

Bedford Hills Elementary School ranks #1,228 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bedford Hills Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bedford Hills Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Hills Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bedford Hills Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bedford Hills Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Bedford Hills Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Bedford Hills Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bedford Hills Elementary School?

28.4% of students at Bedford Hills Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.0%

District

BEDFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
3,557
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$40,945
District Rank
#2 of 7

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