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Bedford Academy

Independent school · Grades Pre-K–5

Bedford, NH

21 Eastman Ave, Bedford, NH 03110

Overall grade: A-

ChooseAPrivateSchool.com grade, from official facts compared with similar schools.

  • AClass size
  • B-Years serving families

What stands out

  • The only independent school in Bedford
  • Smaller classes than 73% of independent schools in New Hampshire

In Bedford, New Hampshire, Bedford Academy is an independent private school for students from pre-K through 5th grade. About 49 students attend, with roughly 7 students per teacher, smaller classes than 73% of independent elementary schools in New Hampshire. The school day runs about 7 hours, 172 days a year. New Hampshire has programs that can help pay tuition; ask the school whether it takes part.

At a glance

Grades
Grades Pre-K–5
Students
49
Teachers
7.3 (full-time equivalent)
Students per teacher
6.7
Boys and girls
Coed · 28 girls, 21 boys
Religious affiliation
None (nonsectarian)
Program
Special program emphasis
School day
About 7 hours
School year
172 days
Library
Yes

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    How it compares

    • Smaller classes than 73% of independent elementary schools in New Hampshire (7 students per teacher).
    • A smaller school: fewer students than 64% of independent elementary schools in New Hampshire.
    • Compared with 11 independent elementary schools in New Hampshire.

    Students by grade

    Pre-K24
    K15
    110
    27
    311
    44
    52

    Student body

    White61%
    Hispanic or Latino10%
    Black10%
    Two or more races10%
    Asian4%
    American Indian or Alaska Native4%

    Help paying tuition in New Hampshire

    These state programs can help pay private school tuition. Only participating schools can accept them, so ask Bedford Academy whether it takes part.

    More about New Hampshire's programs →

    Questions to ask on a tour

    • What is tuition, and what does it include (books, fees, uniforms, trips)?
    • Do you offer financial aid, sibling discounts or payment plans?
    • Do you accept ESA, voucher or tax-credit scholarship funds?
    • How big are classes in my child's grade?
    • What support is there for students who need extra help or more challenge?
    • Is the school accredited, and by whom?
    • What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
    • How does the school communicate with families?

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    Questions about Bedford Academy

    What grades does Bedford Academy serve?

    Bedford Academy serves grades Pre-K–5.

    How many students attend Bedford Academy?

    About 49 students, with 7 students per teacher, according to official records.

    How much is tuition at Bedford Academy?

    Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans. New Hampshire has programs that can help pay private school tuition; ask whether the school takes part.

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