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

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1

Durham High School for Girls

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Our number one ranked school in Northlea based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Durham High School for Girls.

Pupils
311
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
2

Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation

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Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation is ranked second in Northlea based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
753
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3

Durham Johnston Comprehensive School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Northlea based on our authoritative ranking is Durham Johnston Comprehensive School.

Pupils
1689
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
4

Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead

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The school ranked at number four in our Northlea league table is Cardinal Hume Catholic School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1530
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Dyke House Sports and Technology College

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Our number five ranked school in Northlea based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Dyke House Sports and Technology College.

Pupils
1304
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led

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

  • Durham High School for Girls
  • Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation
  • Durham Johnston Comprehensive School
  • Cardinal Hume Catholic School
  • Dyke House Sports and Technology College

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