For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,681 students in 15522, PA (there are , serving 128 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 15522, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15522, PA are Bedford Sr. High School, Bedford Middle School and Bedford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15522 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15522, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15522, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bedford Sr. High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
330 E John St
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4250
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4250
Gr: 9-12 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Bedford Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
440 E Watson St
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4200
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4200
Gr: 6-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Bedford Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3639 Business Route 220
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4221
Bedford, PA 15522
(814) 623-4221
Gr: K-5 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15522, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15522, PA include Bedford Sr. High School, Bedford Middle School and Bedford Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15522?
3 public schools are located in 15522.
What percentage of students in 15522 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 15522 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15522?
15522 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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