These were the best-performing secondary schools in Leeds for GCSE results in 2025.
The deadline for parents and carers of children due to start Year 7 in September 2027 to submit their secondary school preferences closes on Saturday (October 31) and with that in mind we have taken a look at the best-rated secondary schools for their GCSE results.
They have been ranked based on their final Department for Education Attainment 8 scores for the 2024/25 academic year.
Scores are based on how well pupils have performed in up to eight qualifications, which include English, maths, three English Baccalaureate subjects including sciences, computer science, history, geography and languages, and three other additional approved GCSEs.
Take a look below and see whether your child’s preferred school is on the list...
1. Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School
Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School, located on Tongue Lane, Meanwood, scored an attainment 8 average of 58. | YEP
2. Horsforth School
Horsforth School, located on Lee Lane East, Horsforth, scored an attainment 8 average of 57.3. | Google
3. Abbey Grange CofE Academy
Abbey Grange CofE Academy, located on Butcher Hill, West Park, scored an attainment 8 average of 55.9. | Steve Riding
4. Boston Spa Academy
Boston Spa Academy, located on Clifford Moor Road, Boston Spa, scored an attainment 8 average of 55.6. | Tony Johnson
5. Leeds Jewish Free School
Leeds Jewish Free School, located on Wentworth Avenue, Alwoodley, scored an attainment 8 average of 55.2. | Google
6. Roundhay School
Roundhay School, located on Old Park Road, Roundhay, scored an attainment 8 average of 55.1. | Tony Johnson