Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Plymouth 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 107 schools across Plymouth. Updated with 2025–26 data.

107

Total schools

Outstanding

10%

Outstanding rate

64.4%

Avg KS2 SATs

41.8

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	King's School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥈	Mill Ford School Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	Glen Park Primary School Primary	Outstanding	94	View school
4.	Marine Academy Primary Primary	Outstanding	92	View school
5.	Tor Bridge Primary School Primary	Outstanding	91	View school
6.	Devonport High School for Girls Secondary	Good	90	View school
7.	Mayflower Academy Primary	Outstanding	90	View school
8.	Devonport High School for Boys Secondary	Good	89	View school
9.	Ernesettle Community School Primary	Outstanding	89	View school
10.	Prince Rock Primary School Primary	Outstanding	88	View school
11.	High View School Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
12.	Plymouth High School for Girls Secondary	Good	84	View school
13.	Compton CofE Primary School Primary	Good	83	View school
14.	Chaddlewood Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
15.	Pennycross Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
16.	Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care Nursery	Good	80	View school
17.	Plym Bridge Nursery School and Day Care Nursery	Good	80	View school
18.	Woodlands School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
19.	Longcause Community Special School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
20.	ACE Schools Plymouth Not applicable	Good	80	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Plymouth?

There are 107 primary & secondary schools in Plymouth, of which 11 (10%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Plymouth?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Plymouth?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Plymouth?

10% of primary & secondary schools in Plymouth are rated Outstanding and 79% are rated Good. 69.2% 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.