With Ofsted no longer publishing single-word ratings, The Telegraph has created a new secondary 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 at 14 of the best-rated secondary schools in our gallery below...

13. Otley Prince Henry’s Grammar School
Otley Prince Henry’s Grammar School, located on Farnley Lane, Otley, scored an overall rating of 'Very Good' and a GCSE 5+ rate of 35.3 per cent. | Submit

14. Boston Spa Academy
Boston Spa Academy, located on Clifford Moor Road, Boston Spa, scored an overall rating of 'Very Good' and a GCSE 5+ rate of 43.1 per cent. | Tony Johnson

