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

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1

Colchester County High School for Girls

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Our number one ranked school in Elmstead based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Colchester County High School for Girls.

Pupils
1183
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Academy converter
2

Colchester Royal Grammar School

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Colchester Royal Grammar School is ranked second in Elmstead based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1018
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Boys
Type
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3

Colchester Prep & High School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Elmstead based on our authoritative ranking is Colchester Prep & High School.

Pupils
380
Ages
2 - 16
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
4

Ipswich High School

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

Pupils
539
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Co-Education Day & Boarding School
Type
Other independent school
5

Royal Hospital School

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Our number five ranked school in Elmstead based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Royal Hospital School.

Pupils
611
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school

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

  • Colchester County High School for Girls
  • Colchester Royal Grammar School
  • Colchester Prep & High School
  • Ipswich High School
  • Royal Hospital School

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