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

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1

Heckmondwike Grammar School

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Our number one ranked school in Shelf based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Heckmondwike Grammar School.

Pupils
1474
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
2

Bradford Grammar School

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Bradford Grammar School is ranked second in Shelf based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1061
Ages
6 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3

Ilkley Grammar School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Shelf based on our authoritative ranking is Ilkley Grammar School.

Pupils
2134
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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4

St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy

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The school ranked at number four in our Shelf league table is St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1195
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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5

The North Halifax Grammar School

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Our number five ranked school in Shelf based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is The North Halifax Grammar School.

Pupils
1238
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

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

  • Heckmondwike Grammar School
  • Bradford Grammar School
  • Ilkley Grammar School
  • St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy
  • The North Halifax Grammar School

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