Best Primary Schools in Hartlepool 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 30 schools across Hartlepool. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

17%

Outstanding rate

69%

Avg KS2 SATs

43.1

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Greatham CofE Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
🥈	St Peter's Elwick Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
🥉	St Bega's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
4.	Stranton Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
5.	Hart Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
6.	Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
7.	St John Vianney Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
8.	St Helen's Primary School Primary	Good	72	View school
9.	Ward Jackson Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
10.	Eldon Grove Academy Primary	Good	68	View school
11.	Kingsley Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
12.	Fens Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
13.	Brougham Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
14.	Grange Primary School Primary	Good	64	View school
15.	St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Primary	Good	63	View school
16.	St Aidan's Church of England Memorial Primary School Primary	Good	63	View school
17.	Barnard Grove Primary School Primary	Good	62	View school
18.	Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Primary	Requires Improvement	61	View school
19.	Rift House Primary School Primary	Good	59	View school
20.	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Hartlepool Primary	Good	59	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Hartlepool?

There are 30 primary schools in Hartlepool, of which 5 (17%) 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 Greatham CofE Primary School. 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?

17% of primary schools in Hartlepool are rated Outstanding and 77% 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.