The Best Schools In Shankill 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 Shankill. These top schools near Shankill 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 Dominic's High School

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Our number one ranked school in Shankill based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Dominic's High School.

Pupils
1056
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Female
Type
Grammar
2

Aquinas Diocesan Grammar School

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Aquinas Diocesan Grammar School is ranked second in Shankill based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
970
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Grammar
3

Rathmore Grammar School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Shankill based on our authoritative ranking is Rathmore Grammar School.

Pupils
1259
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Grammar
4

Friends' School

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The school ranked at number four in our Shankill league table is Friends' School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
1058
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Grammar
5

Our Lady and St Patrick's College

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Our number five ranked school in Shankill based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Our Lady and St Patrick's College.

Pupils
1416
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Grammar

Top 5 best performing schools in Shankill and their catchment areas in Shankill ranked by School Guide in 2026

  • St Dominic's High School
  • Aquinas Diocesan Grammar School
  • Rathmore Grammar School
  • Friends' School
  • Our Lady and St Patrick's College

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