The Best Schools In Stoke 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 Stoke. These top schools near Stoke 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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1

St Joseph's College

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Our number one ranked school in Stoke based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Joseph's College.

Pupils
1145
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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2

Alsager School

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Alsager School is ranked second in Stoke based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1534
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
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3

Painsley Catholic College

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At number 3 in the best schools in Stoke based on our authoritative ranking is Painsley Catholic College.

Pupils
1325
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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4

Biddulph High School

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The school ranked at number four in our Stoke league table is Biddulph High School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
768
Ages
13 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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5

St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Stoke based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy.

Pupils
1162
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
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Top 5 best performing schools in Stoke and their catchment areas in Stoke ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • St Joseph's College
  • Alsager School
  • Painsley Catholic College
  • Biddulph High School
  • St Margaret Ward Catholic Academy

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