Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Hartlepool 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 43 schools across Hartlepool. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

14%

Outstanding rate

69%

Avg KS2 SATs

43.1

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	The Horizon School, Hartlepool Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
🥈	Springwell School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Primary	Outstanding	91	View school
4.	St Peter's Elwick Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	90	View school
5.	Greatham CofE Primary School Primary	Good	90	View school
6.	Stranton Primary School Primary	Outstanding	83	View school
7.	St Helen's Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
8.	Catcote Academy Not applicable	Good	80	View school
9.	Clavering Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
10.	Lynnfield Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
11.	Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Primary	Good	79	View school
12.	Fens Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
13.	Eldon Grove Academy Primary	Good	78	View school
14.	Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
15.	Rift House Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
16.	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Primary	Good	76	View school
17.	St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Primary	Good	75	View school
18.	Ward Jackson Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
19.	Hart Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
20.	Kingsley Primary School Primary	Good	73	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Hartlepool?

There are 43 primary & secondary schools in Hartlepool, of which 6 (14%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Hartlepool?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Hartlepool is The Horizon School, Hartlepool. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Hartlepool?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Hartlepool?

14% of primary & secondary schools in Hartlepool are rated Outstanding and 74% are rated Good. 81.4% 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.