Schools in Yorkshire and the Humber

Yorkshire and the Humber has 3,840 schools, including 1962 primary schools, 548 secondary schools, 1464 nurseries, 153 independent schools, 212 special schools. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

The top-rated schools in Yorkshire and the Humber include Abbey Green Nursery School, Midland Road Nursery School, Hornsea Nursery School, based on a composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, and pupil progress measures. Rankings are updated regularly as new data is published by the Department for Education.

91% of inspected schools in Yorkshire and the Humber hold a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating, which is above the national average of 89%. This includes 219 schools rated Outstanding and 1505 rated Good.

Across primary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, 59% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.

The average Progress 8 score across secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber is -0.04, which is close to the national average. Progress 8 measures how much progress pupils make between Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to pupils with similar prior attainment nationally.

The average pupil-teacher ratio across schools in Yorkshire and the Humber is 20.0:1. While not a direct measure of class size, this indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil. The national average for state-funded schools is approximately 17:1.

The persistent absence rate across schools in Yorkshire and the Humber is 21.1%. A pupil is classed as persistently absent if they miss 10% or more of school sessions. The national average is approximately 22%.

There are 853,480 pupils enrolled across schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, with 496,631 in primary and 327,505 in secondary. 28.7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

There are 153 independent schools in Yorkshire and the Humber. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 3,840 schools in Yorkshire and the Humber by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.