Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Salford 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 135 schools across Salford. Updated with 2025–26 data.

135

Total schools

Outstanding

10%

Outstanding rate

60.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

33.8

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Branwood Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
🥈	Chatsworth High School and Community College Not applicable	Outstanding	95	View school
🥉	The Deans Primary School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
4.	Broadoak Primary School Primary	Outstanding	92	View school
5.	St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary	Outstanding	90	View school
6.	St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	89	View school
7.	Bridgewater Primary School Primary	Outstanding	89	View school
8.	James Brindley Community Primary School Primary	Outstanding	89	View school
9.	St Andrew's Methodist Primary School Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
10.	St Philip's RC Primary School Primary	Outstanding	86	View school
11.	Christ The King RC Primary School Primary	Good	85	View school
12.	St Mark's CofE Primary School Primary	Good	82	View school
13.	Light Oaks Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
14.	The Clifton Centre Not applicable	Good	80	View school
15.	Alder Brook Primary Partnership Centre Not applicable	Good	80	View school
16.	Springwood Primary School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
17.	St Teresa's RC Primary School a Voluntary Academy Primary	Good	80	View school
18.	Monton Green Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
19.	Dukesgate Academy Primary	Good	78	View school
20.	Primrose Hill Primary School and Children's Centre Primary	Good	77	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Salford?

There are 135 primary & secondary schools in Salford, of which 14 (10%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Salford?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Salford?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Salford?

10% of primary & secondary schools in Salford are rated Outstanding and 68% are rated Good. 65.9% 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.