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

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1

Y Pant Comprehensive

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Our number one ranked school in Rhondda based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Y Pant Comprehensive.

Pupils
1461
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Secondary (ages 11-19)
2

Cardinal Newman R.C.

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Cardinal Newman R.C. is ranked second in Rhondda based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
980
Ages
11 - 16
Gender
Mixed
Type
Secondary (ages 11-16)
3

St John Baptist CIW High School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Rhondda based on our authoritative ranking is St John Baptist CIW High School.

Pupils
946
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Secondary (ages 11-19)
4

Ysgol Llanhari

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The school ranked at number four in our Rhondda league table is Ysgol Llanhari based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
647
Ages
3 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Middle (ages 3-19)
5

Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun

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Our number five ranked school in Rhondda based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun.

Pupils
1030
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Secondary (ages 11-19)

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

  • Y Pant Comprehensive
  • Cardinal Newman R.C.
  • St John Baptist CIW High School
  • Ysgol Llanhari
  • Ysgol Gyfun Rhydywaun

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