The Best Schools In Durham 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 Durham. These top schools near Durham 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

Durham Johnston Comprehensive School

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Our number one ranked school in Durham based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Durham Johnston Comprehensive School.

Pupils
1673
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
2

Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation

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Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation is ranked second in Durham based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
753
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3

Durham High School for Girls

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At number 3 in the best schools in Durham based on our authoritative ranking is Durham High School for Girls.

Pupils
326
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Girls only
Type
Other independent school
4

St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham

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The school ranked at number four in our Durham league table is St Leonard's Catholic School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1408
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Framwellgate School Durham

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Our number five ranked school in Durham based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Framwellgate School Durham.

Pupils
1318
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

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

  • Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
  • Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation
  • Durham High School for Girls
  • St Leonard's Catholic School
  • Framwellgate School Durham

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