The Best Schools In Dalton 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 Dalton. These top schools near Dalton 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 Dalton and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Bolton School Boys' Division

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Our number one ranked school in Dalton based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Bolton School Boys' Division.

Pupils
1124
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Boys only
Type
Other independent school
2

Bolton School Girls' Division

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Bolton School Girls' Division is ranked second in Dalton based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1035
Ages
7 - 18
Gender
Girls only
Type
Other independent school
3

Scarisbrick Hall School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Dalton based on our authoritative ranking is Scarisbrick Hall School.

Pupils
893
Ages
0 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
4

Great Sankey High School

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The school ranked at number four in our Dalton league table is Great Sankey High School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
2087
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

Rivington and Blackrod High School

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Our number five ranked school in Dalton based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Rivington and Blackrod High School.

Pupils
1584
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

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

  • Bolton School Boys' Division
  • Bolton School Girls' Division
  • Scarisbrick Hall School
  • Great Sankey High School
  • Rivington and Blackrod High School

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