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

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1

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School

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Our number one ranked school in Salford based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School.

Pupils
510
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
2

St Philip's RC Primary School

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St Philip's RC Primary School is ranked second in Salford based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
353
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
3

Holy Family VA RC Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Salford based on our authoritative ranking is Holy Family VA RC Primary School.

Pupils
238
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
4

St Luke's RC Primary School

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The school ranked at number four in our Salford league table is St Luke's RC Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
422
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
5

Light Oaks Junior School

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Our number five ranked school in Salford based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Light Oaks Junior School.

Pupils
351
Ages
7 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school

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

  • St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School
  • St Philip's RC Primary School
  • Holy Family VA RC Primary School
  • St Luke's RC Primary School
  • Light Oaks Junior School

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