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

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1

Portsmouth High School

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Our number one ranked school in Southsea based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Portsmouth High School.

Pupils
495
Ages
2 - 19
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
2

Ark Ayrton Primary Academy

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Ark Ayrton Primary Academy is ranked second in Southsea based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
411
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
3

St Swithun's Catholic Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Southsea based on our authoritative ranking is St Swithun's Catholic Primary School.

Pupils
357
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
4

Meon Junior School

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The school ranked at number four in our Southsea league table is Meon Junior School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
352
Ages
7 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Craneswater Junior School

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Our number five ranked school in Southsea based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Craneswater Junior School.

Pupils
507
Ages
7 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school

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

  • Portsmouth High School
  • Ark Ayrton Primary Academy
  • St Swithun's Catholic Primary School
  • Meon Junior School
  • Craneswater Junior School

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