For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,473 students in 76021, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 75 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 76021, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 76021, TX are Harwood J High School, Bedford Heights Elementary School and Bedford J High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 76021 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 76021, TX have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 76021, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harwood J High School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3000 Martin Dr
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3570
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3570
Gr: 7-9 | 1,024 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Bedford Heights Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1000 Cummings Dr
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3010
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3010
Gr: PK-6 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Bedford J High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
325 Carolyn Dr
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3122
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3122
Gr: 7-9 | 968 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Meadow Creek Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3001 Harwood
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3620
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3620
Gr: PK-6 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Spring Garden Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2400 Cummings Rd
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3320
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3320
Gr: PK-6 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #66.
Shady Brook Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2601 Shady Brook Dr
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3150
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 399-3150
Gr: PK-6 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 76021, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 76021, TX include Harwood J High School, Bedford Heights Elementary School and Bedford J High School.
How many public schools are located in 76021?
6 public schools are located in 76021.
What percentage of students in 76021 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 76021 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 76021?
76021 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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