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

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1

King Edward VI School

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Our number one ranked school in Southampton based on our official School Guide Star Rating is King Edward VI School.

Pupils
987
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

Springhill Catholic Primary School

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Springhill Catholic Primary School is ranked second in Southampton based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
652
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
3

Droxford Junior School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Southampton based on our authoritative ranking is Droxford Junior School.

Pupils
168
Ages
7 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
4

Bitterne Park Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

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The school ranked at number four in our Southampton league table is Bitterne Park Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
625
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
5

Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

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Our number five ranked school in Southampton based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools.

Pupils
411
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school

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

  • King Edward VI School
  • Springhill Catholic Primary School
  • Droxford Junior School
  • Bitterne Park Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
  • Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

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