Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Middlesbrough 2026

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

Total schools

Outstanding

10%

Outstanding rate

64.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

28.4

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Linthorpe Community Primary School Primary	Outstanding	92	View school
🥈	St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
🥉	Lingfield Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
4.	Chandlers Ridge Academy Primary	Good	81	View school
5.	Beech Grove Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
6.	River Tees Hospital School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
7.	River Tees Primary Academy Not applicable	Good	80	View school
8.	Discovery Special Academy Not applicable	Good	80	View school
9.	Acklam Whin Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
10.	Captain Cook Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
11.	Newham Bridge Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
12.	Thorntree Academy Primary	Good	77	View school
13.	Archibald Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
14.	The Avenue Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
15.	Kader Academy Primary	Good	76	View school
16.	Green Lane Primary Academy Primary	Good	75	View school
17.	Breckon Hill Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
18.	Newport Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
19.	Easterside Academy Primary	Good	74	View school
20.	St Clare's RC Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Middlesbrough?

There are 63 primary & secondary schools in Middlesbrough, of which 6 (10%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Middlesbrough?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Middlesbrough?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Middlesbrough?

10% of primary & secondary schools in Middlesbrough are rated Outstanding and 87% are rated Good. 84.1% 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.