How many schools are there in Aberdeen City?

There are 64 schools in Aberdeen City listed on FindGreatSchools: 49 primary, 11 secondary and 4 special. Each listing links to a full profile with results, leaver destinations and demographics where published.

Which are the top-rated schools in Aberdeen City?

Under our composite score, Aberdeen Grammar School is the highest-ranked secondary school in Aberdeen City. The score blends attainment, progress and engagement into one A to F grade, weighted by data completeness. Primary and special schools are listed rather than scored.

Why aren't primary schools in Aberdeen City ranked?

Because Scotland publishes no per-school primary attainment data, so there is nothing to score them on. Secondary schools in Aberdeen City are ranked on the Insight senior phase measures, leaver destinations and progress; primary and special schools are listed A to Z.

The best schools in Aberdeen City

Compare 64 schools in Aberdeen City on one page: the top-rated secondary schools ranked by Highers and National 5 results and our composite score, plus every primary and special school in the area. Top of the list: Aberdeen Grammar School (secondary).

Local Authority 64 schools

Primary schools

49 primary schools in Aberdeen City, listed A to Z. Scotland publishes no per-school primary results, so they are not ranked. Showing the first 6.

The best schools in Aberdeen City

Abbotswell School

Airyhall School

Ashley Road School

Braehead School

Bramble Brae School

Brimmond School

Aberdeen Grammar School

Oldmachar Academy

Cults Academy

Hazlehead Academy

Bridge Of Don Academy

Bucksburn Academy

Aberdeen School for the Deaf

Hospital & Home Tuition Service

Orchard Brae School

Virtual School

Schools in Aberdeen City: common questions

See every school in Aberdeen City