Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Knowsley 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 63 schools across Knowsley. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

60.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Knowsley Central School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
🥈	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	89	View school
🥉	Blacklow Brow School Primary	Good	83	View school
4.	Halewood Church of England Primary Academy Primary	Good	82	View school
5.	Meadow Park School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
6.	St Margaret Mary's Catholic Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
7.	Bluebell Park School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
8.	Cronton Church of England Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
9.	Prescot Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
10.	Evelyn Community Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
11.	Knowsley Lane Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
12.	Whiston Willis Primary Academy Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
13.	St Margaret Mary's Catholic Junior School Primary	Good	78	View school
14.	St Leo's and Southmead Catholic Primary School Serving the Community Primary	Good	77	View school
15.	St Gabriel's CofE Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
16.	Holy Family Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
17.	Holy Family Catholic Primary School & Nursery Primary	Good	74	View school
18.	St Luke's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
19.	Huyton With Roby Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
20.	Park View Academy Primary	Good	73	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Knowsley?

There are 63 primary & secondary schools in Knowsley, of which 5 (8%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Knowsley?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Knowsley?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Knowsley?

8% of primary & secondary schools in Knowsley are rated Outstanding and 83% are rated Good. 82.5% 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.