Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Hampshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 614 schools across Hampshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

614

Total schools

Outstanding

13%

Outstanding rate

63.2%

Avg KS2 SATs

36.9

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Salesian College Not applicable	—	98	View school
🥈	Haven Early Years Centre Nursery	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	Portway Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
4.	Bishops Waltham Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
5.	Hiltingbury Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
6.	Marnel Community Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
7.	Ranvilles Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
8.	Liphook Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
9.	Hazel Wood Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
10.	Lymington Church of England Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
11.	Forres Sandle Manor School Not applicable	—	95	View school
12.	Durlston Court School Not applicable	—	95	View school
13.	Walhampton School Not applicable	—	95	View school
14.	Horris Hill School Not applicable	—	95	View school
15.	King Edward VI Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
16.	Farleigh School Not applicable	—	95	View school
17.	Yateley Manor School Not applicable	—	95	View school
18.	Thorngrove School Not applicable	—	95	View school
19.	Icknield School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
20.	Treloar School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Hampshire?

There are 614 primary & secondary schools in Hampshire, of which 78 (13%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Hampshire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Hampshire is Salesian College. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Hampshire?

Primary and secondary school applications in Hampshire are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Hampshire council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Hampshire?

13% of primary & secondary schools in Hampshire are rated Outstanding and 74% are rated Good. 83.6% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.