The Best Schools In Hertford 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 Hertford. These top schools near Hertford 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 Albans High School for Girls

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Our number one ranked school in Hertford based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Albans High School for Girls.

Pupils
1128
Ages
4 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
2

Simon Balle All-Through School

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Simon Balle All-Through School is ranked second in Hertford based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
1561
Ages
4 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
3

Mill Mead Primary Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Hertford based on our authoritative ranking is Mill Mead Primary Academy.

Pupils
235
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter
4

Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School

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The school ranked at number four in our Hertford league table is Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
225
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
5

Abel Smith School

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Our number five ranked school in Hertford based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Abel Smith School.

Pupils
233
Ages
3 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Community school

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

  • St Albans High School for Girls
  • Simon Balle All-Through School
  • Mill Mead Primary Academy
  • Hertingfordbury Cowper Primary School
  • Abel Smith School

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