Best Secondary Schools in Leeds 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 41 schools across Leeds. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

15%

Outstanding rate

63.9%

Avg KS2 SATs

40.1

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Allerton High School Secondary	Outstanding	73	View school
🥈	Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Secondary	Good	70	View school
🥉	St. Mary's Menston, a Catholic Voluntary Academy Secondary	Outstanding	69	View school
4.	The Ruth Gorse Academy Secondary	Outstanding	68	View school
5.	The Morley Academy Secondary	Outstanding	67	View school
6.	Mount St Mary's Catholic High School Secondary	Good	65	View school
7.	Horsforth School Secondary	Good	65	View school
8.	Leeds Jewish Free School Secondary	Good	64	View school
9.	Abbey Grange Church of England Academy Secondary	Good	63	View school
10.	Garforth Academy Secondary	Outstanding	62	View school
11.	Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College Secondary	Good	60	View school
12.	Woodkirk Academy Secondary	Good	59	View school
13.	Guiseley School Secondary	Good	58	View school
14.	Boston Spa Academy Secondary	Good	58	View school
15.	Cockburn School Secondary	Good	56	View school
16.	Allerton Grange School Secondary	Good	53	View school
17.	Wetherby High School Secondary	Good	52	View school
18.	Trinity Academy Leeds Secondary	Outstanding	51	View school
19.	Rodillian Academy Secondary	Good	51	View school
20.	Temple Moor High School Secondary	Good	51	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Leeds?

There are 41 secondary schools in Leeds, of which 6 (15%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Leeds?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Leeds?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Leeds?

15% of secondary schools in Leeds are rated Outstanding and 61% are rated Good. 76.9% 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.