How many schools are there in Thirsk?

There are 17 schools in Thirsk listed on FindGreatSchools: 13 primary, 1 secondary, 2 independent and 1 special. Each listing links to a full profile with Ofsted information, results and demographics where published.

Which are the top-rated schools in Thirsk?

Under our composite score, Topcliffe CofE Academy is the highest-ranked primary school and Thirsk School & Sixth Form College is the highest-ranked secondary school in Thirsk. 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 Thirsk, linked from its section above.

The best schools in Thirsk

Compare 17 schools in Thirsk on one page: the top-rated primary and secondary schools ranked by Ofsted, SATs and GCSE results and our composite score, plus every independent and special school in the area. Top of the list: Topcliffe CofE Academy (primary) and Thirsk School & Sixth Form College (secondary).

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