Best primary schools in Stockport
Stockport schools are strong in places; the postcode still decides daily-life fit. This ranking covers 86 primary schools in the Stockport local authority. Postcode area SK8 has the highest average school score (63.7 across 19 schools), while SK1 sits at the lower end (24.3). 85% of ranked Stockport primary schools hold an Ofsted Outstanding or Good rating.
Top 10 primary schools in Stockport on the LocaleIQ model
Ordered by composite score within the Stockport comparison pool. Rankings reflect published data, not editorial opinion.
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Positions 11–30 in the Stockport ranking.
| # | School | LocaleIQ | Ofsted | Phase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Westmorland Primary School | 88.5 | Good | Primary |
| 12 | St John's Church of England Primary School | 88.2 | Good | Primary |
| 13 | Torkington Primary School | 87.5 | Good | Primary |
| 14 | Alexandra Park Primary School | 87.3 | Outstanding | Primary |
| 15 | St Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy | 85.8 | Good | Primary |
| 16 | Pownall Green Primary School | 83.9 | Good | Primary |
| 17 | Ludworth Primary School | 82.3 | Good | Primary |
| 18 | Lane End Primary School | 80.7 | Good | Primary |
| 19 | Cheadle Hulme Primary School | 79.8 | Good | Primary |
| 20 | Bredbury Green Primary School | 79.8 | Good | Primary |
| 21 | Thorn Grove Primary School | 76.6 | Good | Primary |
| 22 | Great Moor Junior School | 76.5 | Good | Primary |
| 23 | Moss Hey Primary School | 75.7 | Good | Primary |
| 24 | St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Reddish, a Voluntary Academy | 75.5 | Good | Primary |
| 25 | Our Lady's Catholic Primary School | 75.2 | Good | Primary |
| 26 | Oak Tree Primary School | 74.6 | Good | Primary |
| 27 | All Saints Church of England Primary School Marple | 72.6 | Good | Primary |
| 28 | Meadowbank Primary School | 72.2 | Good | Primary |
| 29 | Hursthead Junior School | 72 | Good | Primary |
| 30 | Lum Head Primary School | 71.3 | Good | Primary |
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Questions about primary schools in Stockport
What is the best primary school in Stockport?
Gatley Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Stockport (LocaleIQ score 99.7 out of 100). Ofsted: Outstanding. KS2 expected 93% · higher 39%. The score combines Ofsted outcome, KS2 expected and higher standards, and cohort-weighted percentile ranks within the Stockport primary pool.
What is the best secondary school in Stockport?
Cheadle Hulme High School tops the Stockport secondary school ranking (LocaleIQ 95.8). Ofsted: Outstanding. Attainment 8 60.7. See the full secondary school ranking for Stockport for the complete list.
Which primary schools in Stockport have the best KS2 results?
KS2 results measure the percentage of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing and maths (expected standard) and the percentage achieving well above average (higher standard). Top performers in Stockport: Gatley Primary School (KS2 expected 93%, higher 39%); Queensgate Primary School (KS2 expected 92%, higher 31%); St Peter's Catholic Primary School (KS2 expected 87%, higher 20%). KS2 results are one of the inputs in the LocaleIQ primary school score alongside Ofsted outcome.
Which primary schools in Stockport are rated Outstanding by Ofsted?
7 primary schools in the Stockport ranking hold an Outstanding Ofsted rating: Gatley Primary School, Queensgate Primary School, St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Bradshaw Hall Primary School, Ladybrook Primary School, and 2 more. Outstanding means Ofsted judged the school exceptional in all inspection areas. LocaleIQ weighs DfE performance data alongside Ofsted, so a Good-rated school can still rank highly.
How many primary schools are ranked in Stockport?
This ranking covers 86 primary schools in the Stockport comparison pool. Schools without sufficient published data are excluded but may appear in the LocaleIQ directory.
Which area of Stockport has the best primary schools?
By average LocaleIQ score across postcode areas, SK8 has the strongest cluster — 63.7 average across 19 ranked primary schools. SK1 sits at the lower end (24.3 average). Stockport schools are strong in places; the postcode still decides daily-life fit. Postcode averages mask individual variation — always review each school's full profile.
Ranking data last computed 29 March 2026.