Best schools in Aberdeen
School-led moves still need the surrounding sector checked, because strong neighbourhoods and strong rolls are related but not identical. This ranking covers 25 schools in the Aberdeen local authority. Postcode area AB15 has the highest average school score (73.3 across 4 schools), while AB12 sits at the lower end (13.3). 16% of ranked Aberdeen schools hold an Ofsted Outstanding or Good rating.
Top 10 schools in Aberdeen on the LocaleIQ model
Ordered by composite score within the Aberdeen comparison pool. Rankings reflect published data, not editorial opinion.
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Positions 11–25 in the Aberdeen ranking.
| # | School | LocaleIQ | Ofsted | Phase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Harlaw Academy | 38.3 | Satisfactory | Secondary |
| 12 | Dyce Academy | 37.8 | — | Secondary |
| 13 | Hanover Street School | 32.9 | Good | Primary |
| 14 | Abbotswell School | 26.6 | Satisfactory | Primary |
| 15 | Bramble Brae School | 14.8 | Satisfactory | Primary |
| 16 | St Machar Academy | 14.1 | — | Secondary |
| 17 | Lochside Academy | 10.4 | — | Secondary |
| 18 | Kingsford School | 6.3 | Satisfactory | Primary |
| 19 | Gilcomstoun School | 6.2 | Satisfactory | Primary |
| 20 | Kittybrewster School | 6 | Satisfactory | Primary |
| 21 | Milltimber School | 5.9 | Satisfactory | Primary |
| 22 | Forehill School | 3.1 | Weak | Primary |
| 23 | Loirston School | 2.9 | Weak | Primary |
| 24 | Northfield Academy | 1.7 | — | Secondary |
| 25 | Manor Park School | 1.5 | Weak | Primary |
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Questions about schools in Aberdeen
What is the best school in Aberdeen?
Aberdeen Grammar School is the top-ranked school in Aberdeen overall (LocaleIQ score 98.3 out of 100). Ofsted: Very good. 1,369 pupils. Primary and secondary schools are scored on separate metrics and peer pools — use the phase tabs above to compare like for like.
What is the best primary school in Aberdeen?
Cornhill School leads the Aberdeen primary school ranking (LocaleIQ 91.2). Ofsted: Very good. 399 pupils. The Primary tab above shows the full ranked list of Aberdeen primary schools.
What is the best secondary school in Aberdeen?
Aberdeen Grammar School leads the Aberdeen secondary school ranking (LocaleIQ 98.3). Ofsted: Very good. 1,369 pupils. The Secondary tab above shows the full ranked list of Aberdeen secondary schools.
Are there any Outstanding-rated schools in Aberdeen?
None of the ranked schools in Aberdeen currently hold an Outstanding Ofsted rating. 4 schools are rated Good — the highest grade in the Aberdeen pool. Ofsted re-inspects on a risk-based cycle, so ratings can change; check individual profiles for inspection dates.
Which area of Aberdeen has the best schools?
By average LocaleIQ score across postcode areas, AB15 has the strongest cluster — 73.3 average across 4 ranked schools. AB12 sits at the lower end (13.3 average). School-led moves still need the surrounding sector checked, because strong neighbourhoods and strong rolls are related but not identical. Postcode averages mask individual variation — always review each school's full profile.
How many schools are ranked in Aberdeen?
This ranking covers 25 schools (primary and secondary) in the Aberdeen comparison pool. Use the Primary or Secondary tabs for phase-specific rankings. Schools without sufficient published data are excluded but may appear in the LocaleIQ directory.
Ranking data last computed 30 March 2026.