The Best Schools In Raleigh 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 Raleigh. These top schools near Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1163
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Academy converter
3

Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Raleigh based on our authoritative ranking is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy.

Pupils
1267
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
Academy converter
4

Southend High School for Boys

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

Pupils
1317
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
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5

Westcliff High School for Girls

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Our number five ranked school in Raleigh based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Westcliff High School for Girls.

Pupils
1333
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Academy converter

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

  • King Edward VI Grammar School
  • Chelmsford County High School for Girls
  • Westcliff High School for Boys Academy
  • Southend High School for Boys
  • Westcliff High School for Girls

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