The Best Schools In Dumfries Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 15 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Dumfries. These top schools near Dumfries are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

St Joseph's College

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Our number one ranked school in Dumfries based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Joseph's College.

Pupils
955
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
MIXED
Type
State
2

Dumfries High School

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Dumfries High School is ranked second in Dumfries based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
756
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
MIXED
Type
State
3

Lockerbie Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Dumfries based on our authoritative ranking is Lockerbie Academy.

Pupils
787
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
MIXED
Type
State
4

Dumfries Academy

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The school ranked at number four in our Dumfries league table is Dumfries Academy based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
617
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
MIXED
Type
State
5

North West Community Campus

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Our number five ranked school in Dumfries based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is North West Community Campus.

Pupils
339
Ages
4 - 18
Gender
MIXED
Type
State

Top 5 best performing schools in Dumfries and their catchment areas in Dumfries ranked by School Guide in 2022

  • St Joseph's College
  • Dumfries High School
  • Lockerbie Academy
  • Dumfries Academy
  • North West Community Campus

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