The Best Schools In Carlton Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Carlton. These top schools near Carlton are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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✔ Compare all schools in Carlton and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Heckmondwike Grammar School

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Our number one ranked school in Carlton based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Heckmondwike Grammar School.

Pupils
1474
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

Queen Elizabeth Grammar School

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Queen Elizabeth Grammar School is ranked second in Carlton based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
842
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
Other independent school
3

Silcoates School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Carlton based on our authoritative ranking is Silcoates School.

Pupils
549
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
4

Wakefield Girls' High School

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The school ranked at number four in our Carlton league table is Wakefield Girls' High School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
734
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
5

Penistone Grammar School

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Our number five ranked school in Carlton based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Penistone Grammar School.

Pupils
1893
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school

Top 5 best performing schools in Carlton and their catchment areas in Carlton ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Heckmondwike Grammar School
  • Queen Elizabeth Grammar School
  • Silcoates School
  • Wakefield Girls' High School
  • Penistone Grammar School

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