The Best Schools In Chelmsford Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 15 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Chelmsford. These top schools near Chelmsford 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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1

King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford

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Our number one ranked school in Chelmsford based on our official School Guide Star Rating is King Edward VI Grammar School.

Pupils
1131
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

Chelmsford County High School for Girls

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Chelmsford County High School for Girls is ranked second in Chelmsford based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1163
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
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3

New Hall School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Chelmsford based on our authoritative ranking is New Hall School.

Pupils
1327
Ages
1 - 18
Gender
Boys and girls taught separately (diamond structure)
Type
Other independent school
4

Moulsham High School

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

Pupils
1623
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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5

Great Baddow High School

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Our number five ranked school in Chelmsford based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Great Baddow High School.

Pupils
1535
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

Top 5 best performing schools in Chelmsford and their catchment areas in Chelmsford ranked by School Guide in 2022

  • King Edward VI Grammar School
  • Chelmsford County High School for Girls
  • New Hall School
  • Moulsham High School
  • Great Baddow High School

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