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

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1

Mossbourne Community Academy

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Our number one ranked school in Hackney based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Mossbourne Community Academy.

Pupils
1441
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
2

City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park

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City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park is ranked second in Hackney based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
861
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Free schools
3

The Bridge Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Hackney based on our authoritative ranking is The Bridge Academy.

Pupils
1099
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
4

The Excelsior Academy

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

Pupils
992
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led
5

The City Academy, Hackney

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Our number five ranked school in Hackney based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is The City Academy.

Pupils
1152
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led

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

  • Mossbourne Community Academy
  • City of London Academy, Shoreditch Park
  • The Bridge Academy
  • The Excelsior Academy
  • The City Academy

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