How many schools are there in Harpenden?

There are 19 schools in Harpenden listed on FindGreatSchools: 13 primary, 4 secondary and 2 independent. Each listing links to a full profile with Ofsted information, results and demographics where published.

Which are the top-rated schools in Harpenden?

Under our composite score, Wood End School is the highest-ranked primary school and Sir John Lawes School is the highest-ranked secondary school in Harpenden. The score blends Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement into one A to F grade, weighted by data completeness. Independent and special schools are listed by Ofsted rating rather than scored.

Why are primary and secondary schools ranked separately?

Because they are measured on different things: primary schools on Key Stage 2 SATs, secondary schools on GCSE results and Progress 8. A grade A primary and a grade A secondary are not the same measurement, so we never rank them against each other. Each phase has its own full ranking for Harpenden, linked from its section above.

The best schools in Harpenden

Compare 19 schools in Harpenden on one page: the top-rated primary and secondary schools ranked by Ofsted, SATs and GCSE results and our composite score, plus every independent school in the area. Top of the list: Wood End School (primary) and Sir John Lawes School (secondary).

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