The Best Schools In Hereford 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 Hereford. These top schools near Hereford 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

Hereford Cathedral School With A Junior School

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Our number one ranked school in Hereford based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Hereford Cathedral School With A Junior School.

Pupils
571
Ages
10 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

St Mary's Primary School, Dilwyn

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St Mary's Primary School, Dilwyn is ranked second in Hereford based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
72
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Free schools
3

St Francis Xavier's Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Hereford based on our authoritative ranking is St Francis Xavier's Primary School.

Pupils
214
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
4

Holmer CofE Academy

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

Pupils
414
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
5

St James' Church of England Primary School

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Our number five ranked school in Hereford based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is St James' Church of England Primary School.

Pupils
212
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

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

  • Hereford Cathedral School With A Junior School
  • St Mary's Primary School, Dilwyn
  • St Francis Xavier's Primary School
  • Holmer CofE Academy
  • St James' Church of England Primary School

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