Bedford Area SD
1,686 Students
3 Schools
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.
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.
3
Total Schools
1,686
Total Students
233.8
Full-Time Teachers
7.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,581 |
| Hispanic | 36 |
| Black | 16 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More | 41 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White1,581 (93.8%)
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Two or More41 (2.4%)
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Hispanic36 (2.1%)
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Black16 (0.9%)
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Asian9 (0.5%)
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American Indian3 (0.2%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 1 |
| Middle | 1 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
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
764 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
414 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
495 Students
High School 9th - 12th