For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,693 students in Bedford, MA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Bedford, MA are John Glenn Middle School and Lt Job Lane School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bedford, MA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bedford have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bedford, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Glenn Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
99 Mcmahon Road
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-3201
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-3201
Grades: 6-8
| 612 students
Rank: #22.
Lt Job Lane School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
66 Sweetwater Avenue
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-7606
Bedford, MA 01730
(781) 275-7606
Grades: 3-5
| 571 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Bedford, MA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Bedford, MA include John Glenn Middle School and Lt Job Lane School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bedford?
3 public elementary schools are located in Bedford.
What is the racial composition of students in Bedford?
Bedford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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