Best schools in Dundee
School comparisons matter because compact cities can still hide sharp micro-gaps. This ranking covers 19 schools in the Dundee local authority. Postcode area DD5 has the highest average school score (60.5 across 4 schools), while DD3 sits at the lower end (21.1). 37% of ranked Dundee schools hold an Ofsted Outstanding or Good rating.
Top 10 schools in Dundee on the LocaleIQ model
Ordered by composite score within the Dundee comparison pool. Rankings reflect published data, not editorial opinion.
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Positions 11–19 in the Dundee ranking.
| # | School | LocaleIQ | Ofsted | Phase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Harris Academy | 35.8 | Very good | Secondary |
| 12 | Eastern Primary School | 33.2 | Good | Primary |
| 13 | St Paul's RC Academy | 29.3 | — | Secondary |
| 14 | St John's RC High School | 27.6 | — | Secondary |
| 15 | Clepington Primary School | 15.5 | Satisfactory | Primary |
| 16 | Camperdown Primary School | 12.3 | Satisfactory | Primary |
| 17 | Baldragon Academy | 3.4 | — | Secondary |
| 18 | Sidlaw View Primary School | 3.2 | Weak | Primary |
| 19 | Rowantree Primary School | 0.1 | Unsatisfactory | Primary |
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Questions about schools in Dundee
What is the best school in Dundee?
Barnhill Primary School is the top-ranked school in Dundee overall (LocaleIQ score 88.1 out of 100). Ofsted: Very good. 358 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 Dundee?
Barnhill Primary School leads the Dundee primary school ranking (LocaleIQ 88.1). Ofsted: Very good. 358 pupils. The Primary tab above shows the full ranked list of Dundee primary schools.
What is the best secondary school in Dundee?
Grove Academy leads the Dundee secondary school ranking (LocaleIQ 78.6). 1,345 pupils. The Secondary tab above shows the full ranked list of Dundee secondary schools.
Are there any Outstanding-rated schools in Dundee?
None of the ranked schools in Dundee currently hold an Outstanding Ofsted rating. 7 schools are rated Good — the highest grade in the Dundee pool. Ofsted re-inspects on a risk-based cycle, so ratings can change; check individual profiles for inspection dates.
Which area of Dundee has the best schools?
By average LocaleIQ score across postcode areas, DD5 has the strongest cluster — 60.5 average across 4 ranked schools. DD3 sits at the lower end (21.1 average). School comparisons matter because compact cities can still hide sharp micro-gaps. Postcode averages mask individual variation — always review each school's full profile.
How many schools are ranked in Dundee?
This ranking covers 19 schools (primary and secondary) in the Dundee 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.