The Best Schools In Barrow 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 Barrow. These top schools near Barrow 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 Barrow and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Yarlside Academy

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Our number one ranked school in Barrow based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Yarlside Academy.

Pupils
245
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

Victoria Academy

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Victoria Academy is ranked second in Barrow based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
184
Ages
7 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
3

Sir John Barrow School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Barrow based on our authoritative ranking is Sir John Barrow School.

Pupils
225
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
4

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

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The school ranked at number four in our Barrow league table is Holy Family Catholic Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
228
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
5

St Columba's School

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Our number five ranked school in Barrow based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is St Columba's School.

Pupils
219
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school

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

  • Yarlside Academy
  • Victoria Academy
  • Sir John Barrow School
  • Holy Family Catholic Primary School
  • St Columba's School

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