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2 schools in Bedford

Iowa · Public K-12

In total, Bedford hosts 2 public K-12 schools with about 514 students, an average of 257 per school.

4-year change in Bedford

SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
514
-6 (-1%) vs SY 2020-21
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
1,336
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
514
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
2
public K-12
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Bedford Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-05269
Bedford High SchoolHigh06-12245

About Bedford

Public education in Bedford, Iowa runs across 2 schools that instructs roughly 514 students. By footprint, Bedford sits in the rural-scale bracket.

For a sense of the school types, the city spans 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Schools in Bedford average about 257 students each, 32% below the Iowa norm.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Bedford has stayed largely flat since SY 2020-21, moving from about 520 students to 514.

On this page, the community for Bedford discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Bedford, Iowa?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Bedford, with a combined enrollment of about 514.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Bedford?
Bedford has 1 elementary school and 1 high school.
What is the largest public school in Bedford?
Bedford Elementary School is the largest public school in Bedford by enrollment, with approximately 269 students.
What school districts serve Bedford?
Bedford public schools are operated by Bedford Comm School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Bedford cover?
Public schools in Bedford serve students from pre-K through grade 12.