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

Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School

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Our number one ranked school in Blackburn based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School.

Pupils
861
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
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2

Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School

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Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School is ranked second in Blackburn based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
716
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
Free schools
3

St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Blackburn based on our authoritative ranking is St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy.

Pupils
1482
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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4

Westholme School

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

Pupils
749
Ages
0 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
5

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School

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Our number five ranked school in Blackburn based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School.

Pupils
874
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Free schools

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

  • Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School
  • Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School
  • St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy
  • Westholme School
  • Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School

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