Best Primary Schools in North Yorkshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 291 schools across North Yorkshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

291

Total schools

Outstanding

12%

Outstanding rate

61%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Askwith Primary School Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
🥈	Croft Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
🥉	Middleton Tyas Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
4.	Dishforth Airfield Community Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
5.	Beckwithshaw Community Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school
6.	Burton Leonard Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
7.	Ainderby Steeple Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
8.	Escrick Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
9.	Knayton Church of England Academy Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
10.	Huby CofE Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
11.	Thornton in Craven Community Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
12.	Roecliffe CofE Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
13.	Reeth Community Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
14.	Birstwith Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
15.	Tockwith Church of England Primary Academy Primary	Good	75	View school
16.	St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
17.	South Kilvington Church of England Academy Primary	Requires Improvement	75	View school
18.	Lythe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
19.	Lothersdale Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school
20.	Appleton Roebuck Primary School Primary	Outstanding	74	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in North Yorkshire?

There are 291 primary schools in North Yorkshire, of which 35 (12%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in North Yorkshire?

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

How do I apply for a school place in North Yorkshire?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in North Yorkshire?

12% of primary schools in North Yorkshire are rated Outstanding and 69% are rated Good. 76.4% 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.