Bedford Area SD

District Overview
Nestled in a distant town setting in south-central Pennsylvania, the Bedford Area School District serves as a cornerstone of public education for its local community. Operating from its administrative headquarters at 330 E John St in Bedford, Pennsylvania, this traditional, non-charter public school district currently maintains active operations across three dedicated school facilities. The district offers a complete and continuous academic path spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade, enrolling a total of 1,686 students. Its balanced grade distribution across elementary, middle, and high school levels reflects a steady, close-knit educational community designed to support young learners at every stage of their development.

To support its student body, the district relies on a substantial professional workforce totaling nearly 416 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This team includes approximately 234 full-time equivalent teachers, 17 instructional aides, and 165 support staff personnel who manage daily school operations, student services, and specialized instruction. For families considering the area, students planning their academic futures, and educational researchers studying small-town school systems, the Bedford Area School District demonstrates a robust institutional foundation backed by comprehensive staffing and accessible community resources. Further information about district programming and administrative services can be found on their official website at www.bedfordasd.org or by calling (814) 623-4290.
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Total Schools
1,686
Total Students
233.8
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bedford Area SD
Demographic Student Count
White1,581
Hispanic36
Black16
Asian9
Two or More41
American Indian3
  • White
    1,581 (93.8%)
  • Two or More
    41 (2.4%)
  • Hispanic
    36 (2.1%)
  • Black
    16 (0.9%)
  • Asian
    9 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Bedford Area SD
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:3
Students:1,686*
Teachers (FTE):233.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.2
Schools in Bedford Area SD
Found 3 Schools