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

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1

St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School, Lancaster

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Our number one ranked school in Lancaster based on our official School Guide Star Rating is St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School.

Pupils
206
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
2

Dolphinholme Church of England Primary School

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Dolphinholme Church of England Primary School is ranked second in Lancaster based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
78
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
3

Ellel St John the Evangelist Church of England Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Lancaster based on our authoritative ranking is Ellel St John the Evangelist Church of England Primary School.

Pupils
199
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
4

Caton St Paul's Church of England Primary School

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The school ranked at number four in our Lancaster league table is Caton St Paul's Church of England Primary School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
162
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
5

Lancaster Christ Church Church of England Primary School

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Our number five ranked school in Lancaster based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Lancaster Christ Church Church of England Primary School.

Pupils
199
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school

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

  • St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
  • Dolphinholme Church of England Primary School
  • Ellel St John the Evangelist Church of England Primary School
  • Caton St Paul's Church of England Primary School
  • Lancaster Christ Church Church of England Primary School

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