The Best Schools In Lower Island 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 Lower Island. These top schools near Lower Island 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

The North Halifax Grammar School

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Our number one ranked school in Lower Island based on our official School Guide Star Rating is The North Halifax Grammar School.

Pupils
1238
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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2

The Blue Coat CofE School

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The Blue Coat CofE School is ranked second in Lower Island based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1692
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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3

The Crossley Heath School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Lower Island based on our authoritative ranking is The Crossley Heath School.

Pupils
1133
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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4

Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School

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The school ranked at number four in our Lower Island league table is Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1121
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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5

Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria

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Our number five ranked school in Lower Island based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria.

Pupils
403
Ages
11 - 23
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school

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

  • The North Halifax Grammar School
  • The Blue Coat CofE School
  • The Crossley Heath School
  • Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School
  • Jaamiatul Imaam Muhammad Zakaria

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