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

Queen Elizabeth Grammar School

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Our number one ranked school in Wakefield based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Queen Elizabeth Grammar School.

Pupils
881
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Boys only
Type
Other independent school
2

Wakefield Girls' High School

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Wakefield Girls' High School is ranked second in Wakefield based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
777
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Girls only
Type
Other independent school
3

Silcoates School

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

Pupils
520
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
4

Outwood Grange Academy

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The school ranked at number four in our Wakefield league table is Outwood Grange Academy based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1995
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
5

Woodkirk Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Wakefield based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Woodkirk Academy.

Pupils
1847
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

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

  • Queen Elizabeth Grammar School
  • Wakefield Girls' High School
  • Silcoates School
  • Outwood Grange Academy
  • Woodkirk Academy

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