Best Public Schools in Bedford, OH (2026)

Best Bedford Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,847 students in Bedford, OH.

The top-ranked public schools in Bedford, OH are Carylwood Intermediate School, Columbus Intermediate School and Glendale Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Bedford, OH public schools have an score of 26% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and score of 41% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Bedford have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.

Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 34% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Bedford, OH (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Carylwood Intermediate School

(Math: 35% | Reading: 50%)
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1387 Caryl Dr
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4509

Gr: 3-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Rank: #22.

Columbus Intermediate School

(Math: 37% | Reading: 45%)
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23600 Columbus Rd
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 786-3322

Gr: 3-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Rank: #33.

Glendale Primary School

(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 25-29% )
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400 W Glendale St
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4227

Gr: PK-2 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Rank: #44.

Heskett Middle School

(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
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5771 Perkins Rd
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4450

Gr: 6-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Rank: #55.

Central Primary School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24% )
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799 Washington St
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4225

Gr: PK-2 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Rank: #66.

Bedford High School

(Math: 6% | Reading: 45%)
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481 Northfield Rd
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 786-3522

Gr: 9-12 | 880 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Rank: #77.

Excel

(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
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485 Northfield Rd
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 786-3506

Gr: 3-12 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

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Bedford, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Aurora Upper Intermediate Elementary School (Closed 2008)

24200 Aurora Rd
Bedford, OH 44146
(440) 439-4503

Gr: 6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Bedford, OH?

The top-ranked public schools in Bedford, OH include Carylwood Intermediate School, Columbus Intermediate School and Glendale Primary School.

How many public schools are located in Bedford?

7 public schools are located in Bedford.

What is the racial composition of students in Bedford?

Bedford public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 34% (majority Black).

Which public schools in Bedford are often viewed compared to one another?

Popular comparisons of public schools in Bedford include: Glendale Primary School vs. Central Primary School, Central Primary School vs. Glendale Primary School