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

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1

Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate

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Our number one ranked school in York based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate.

Pupils
1300
Ages
0 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

St Peter's School York

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St Peter's School York is ranked second in York based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1236
Ages
2 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
3

Fulford School

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At number 3 in the best schools in York based on our authoritative ranking is Fulford School.

Pupils
1726
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
4

Bootham School

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

Pupils
665
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
5

Outwood Academy Easingwold

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Our number five ranked school in York based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Outwood Academy Easingwold.

Pupils
738
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led

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

  • Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate
  • St Peter's School York
  • Fulford School
  • Bootham School
  • Outwood Academy Easingwold

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