The Best Schools In Newcastle Upon Tyne Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Newcastle Upon Tyne. These top schools near Newcastle Upon Tyne 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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Royal Grammar School

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Our number one ranked school in Newcastle Upon Tyne based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Royal Grammar School.

Pupils

1323

Ages

7 - 19

Gender

Mixed

Type

Other independent school

Dame Allan's Schools

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Dame Allan's Schools is ranked second in Newcastle Upon Tyne based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils

1267

Ages

3 - 19

Gender

Mixed

Type

Other independent school

Newcastle High School for Girls

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At number 3 in the best schools in Newcastle Upon Tyne based on our authoritative ranking is Newcastle High School for Girls.

Pupils

850

Ages

3 - 18

Gender

Girls

Type

Other independent school

Emmanuel College

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The school ranked at number four in our Newcastle Upon Tyne league table is Emmanuel College based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils

1495

Ages

11 - 18

Gender

Mixed

Type

City technology college

St Mary's Catholic School

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Our number five ranked school in Newcastle Upon Tyne based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is St Mary's Catholic School.

Pupils

1442

Ages

11 - 18

Gender

Mixed

Type

Academy converter

Top 5 best performing schools in Newcastle Upon Tyne and their catchment areas in Newcastle Upon Tyne ranked by School Guide in 2025

Royal Grammar School
Dame Allan's Schools
Newcastle High School for Girls
Emmanuel College
St Mary's Catholic School

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The Best Schools In Newcastle Upon Tyne Rated & Reviewed

Royal Grammar School

Dame Allan's Schools

Newcastle High School for Girls

Emmanuel College

St Mary's Catholic School

Top 5 best performing schools in Newcastle Upon Tyne and their catchment areas in Newcastle Upon Tyne ranked by School Guide in 2025

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