Pupils
243
The Best Schools In Barrow 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 Barrow. These top schools near Barrow 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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✔ Compare all schools in Barrow and see the best and worst performing schools
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Our number one ranked school in Barrow based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Yarlside Academy.
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3 - 11
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Victoria Academy is ranked second in Barrow based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.
Pupils
201
Ages
7 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
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3
At number 3 in the best schools in Barrow based on our authoritative ranking is Sir John Barrow School.
Pupils
242
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
4
The school ranked at number four in our Barrow league table is Parkside Academy based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.
Pupils
281
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
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Our number five ranked school in Barrow based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery.
Pupils
279
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school
Top 5 best performing schools in Barrow and their catchment areas in Barrow ranked by School Guide in 2026
- Yarlside Academy
- Victoria Academy
- Sir John Barrow School
- Parkside Academy
- Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery
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