With Ofsted no longer publishing single-word ratings, The Telegraph has created a new primary school league table for 2025.
This ranking system uses a unique 40-point scoring system built on 10 key indicators, including exam results, class sizes, and pupil progress. It allows parents to see how schools in Leeds compare against national standards, and to make confident, informed choices.
Using Leeds station as a central postcode for the city, the schools listed achieved a rating of ‘Very Good’ in the 2023/24 academic year.
Take a look below at 16 of the best-rated schools...

7. St Urban's Catholic Primary School
St Urban's Catholic Primary School, located on Tongue Lane, Meanwood, scored an overall rating of 'Very Good' and an average KS2 score of 107.7. Photo: Google

8. Talbot Primary School
Talbot Primary School Nursery, located on East Moor Road, Roundhay, scored an overall rating of 'Very Good' and an average KS2 score of 109. | Mel Hulme

9. Adel St John the Baptist CofE Primary School
Adel St John the Baptist CofE Primary School, located on Long Causeway, Adel, scored an overall rating of 'Very Good' and an average KS2 score of 108.7 | Google

10. Lowtown Primary School
Lowtown Primary School, located on Kent Road, Pudsey, scored an overall rating of 'Very Good' and an average KS2 score of 110. | Google

11. Wigton Moor Primary School
Wigton Moor Primary School, located on Barfield Crescent, Leeds, scored an overall rating of 'Very Good' and an average KS2 score of 109.3. | National World

12. St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, located on Joseph Street, Hunslet, scored an overall rating of 'Very Good' and an average KS2 score of 106.3. | Google
