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 ‘Well Below Average’ in the 2023/24 academic year.
After ranking 14 of the best secondary schools in Leeds, here are eight of the worst as ranked by The Telegraph...
1. Dixons Unity Academy
Dixons Unity Academy, located on Whingate Road, Armley, scored an overall rating of 'Well Below Average' and a GCSE 5+ rate of 10.3 per cent. | Tony Johnson
2. Corpus Christi Catholic College
Corpus Christi Catholic College, located on Neville Road, Halton Moor, scored an overall rating of 'Well Below Average' and a GCSE 5+ rate of 5.8 per cent. | Google
3. Temple Learning Academy
Temple Learning Academy, located on Neville Road, Halton Moor Avenue, scored an overall rating of 'Well Below Average' and a GCSE 5+ rate of 3.4 per cent. | Simon Hulme
4. Bishop Young CofE Academy
Bishop Young CofE Academy, located on Bishops Way, Seacroft, scored an overall rating of 'Well Below Average' and a GCSE 5+ rate of 0.7 per cent. | Google
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5. Leeds East Academy
Leeds East Academy, located on South Parkway, Seacroft, scored an overall rating of 'Well Below Average' and a GCSE 5+ rate of 6.3 per cent. | Tony Johnson
6. Crawshaw Academy
Crawshaw Academy, located on Robin Lane, Pudsey, scored an overall rating of 'Well Below Average' and a GCSE 5+ rate of 3.6 per cent. | Google