11 Prefects from ‘Harry Potter’, Ranked by Greatness

When it comes to the magical world of ‘Harry Potter,’ there’s plenty that captures our imagination – from Quidditch matches to magical creatures. But let’s be honest, we’ve all had our opinions on the prefects. Some seemed to be born for the role, while others… well, let’s just say they could’ve used a bit more training. So, just like discussing a favorite book or movie scene with a close friend, let’s dive deep and rank these Hogwarts leaders from those who made us roll our eyes to the ones who truly deserved their shiny badges.

11. Tom Riddle

Tom was highly intelligent, as demonstrated by his top Hogwarts performance and incredible magical feats. Still, his interests were focused solely on the utility of individuals, objects, and powers to his goals.

His unwillingness to see the big picture and his inattention to events, powers, and human qualities that were not particularly relevant to him was severe weakness that contributed to most of his setbacks and, eventually, his demise.

Riddle was considered an intelligent, polite young man who was eager to learn and could use his superficial charm to make many do his bidding, demonstrating his ability as an outstanding master manipulator as a child at Hogwarts and in the early years of his adult life.

Others described him as poor but brilliant, destitute but courageous, a school prefect, and a model pupil. His status as a model student had won him the confidence and admiration of his professors and the clients at Borgin and Burkes.

However, this was all a ruse, as he was very manipulative. Dumbledore said that a series of “nasty events” occurred during his time at Hogwarts that the officials could never link entirely to him.

10. Lucius Malfoy

Lucius could be clever and manipulative when necessary, allowing him to earn the respect and goodwill of high-ranking individuals through his wealth and family name.

He even had clout with Cornelius Fudge, Minister of Magic. Lucius’ continuous gifts to important institutions were bribes to Fudge for classified information, delaying legislation, and obtaining undeserved incentives and acknowledgment.

Lucius was also a cunning, opportunistic social climber who was excellent at influencing others, but beneath his respectable exterior, he treated people cruelly.

He ruthlessly used eleven-year-old Ginevra Weasley in an attempt to undermine her father in the Ministry and depose Albus Dumbledore as Headmaster of Hogwarts. This effort would have resulted in her demise if Harry Potter had not interfered.

9. Pansy Parkinson

Pansy, known for her cruel and malicious behavior, frequently taunted Gryffindor students and others as well. While her behavior could have been influenced by Harry Potter’s well-known rivalry with Draco Malfoy, it seemed that she took pleasure in tormenting students for its own sake.

At one time, Pansy shared some connection with Gryffindor’s Parvati Patil, showing a level of respect, though this bond seemed to weaken by their fifth year.

Given her reaction to Blaise Zabini’s derogatory comment about Ginny Weasley and her close ties with Draco Malfoy, Pansy appeared to harbor pure-blood supremacist views, further evidenced by her stance just before the Battle of Hogwarts.

8. Draco Malfoy

Draco Malfoy and Pansy Parkinson took advantage of their roles, much to Hermione Granger’s dismay, by excessively disciplining first-year students and punishing those who disagreed with them.

Draco shifted his attention from his prefect responsibilities to his Death Eater mission of assassinating Albus Dumbledore in his sixth year, even missing the Prefects’ meeting on the train.

In his fifth year, he was appointed a prefect of his house and became part of the Inquisitorial Squad. By the end of that year, his father was imprisoned in Azkaban after the events at the Department of Mysteries.

Lord Voldemort entrusted Draco with a mission to compensate for Lucius’ shortcomings. Draco joined the Death Eaters at sixteen but quickly grew disillusioned with their way of life. Throughout his younger years, Draco was a spiteful and arrogant bully.

His manipulative tendencies, reminiscent of Dudley Dursley’s, likely stemmed from being overly indulged by his parents. However, in Harry’s view, Draco was even less endearing than his cousin.

Owing to his pure-blood lineage and his family’s affluence and status, Draco saw himself as above many others. He frequently displayed disdain towards Muggle-borns, those branded as blood traitors, Gryffindor students, and supporters of Harry Potter or Albus Dumbledore.

7. Ron Weasley

Ron was a very faithful, courageous, vigorous, and witty guy, but he could sometimes be immature and insulting. He had a bitingly sarcastic, gruff sense of fun that often made his friends laugh and relax. He could be argumentative, as evidenced by his squabbles with the similarly argumentative and sometimes harsh Hermione.

Ron’s perspective on many matters was frequently that of the stereotypical wizard, which contrasted frequently with those of Harry and Hermione as they were both raised by Muggles; however, he was usually more aware of conventional wizardkind influences.

Ron was also a person who preferred to do things the easy way because he disliked working hard. This trait was evident in his first year when he randomly selected books from the Hogwarts Library shelves after learning about Nicolas Flamel.

6. Percy Weasley

Percy took the rules very strictly and didn’t think Fred and George Weasley’s constant pranks would get them very far. His brother Ron once said, “Percy would just not know a joke if it danced naked in front of him wearing Dobby’s tea cosy.”

Percy generally appeared affected and egoistic because he tried so hard to appear and sound dignified, including calling his parents “Mother” and “Father” rather than “Mum” and “Dad” like the rest of his brothers.

As Fred and George have said, Percy could be snobbish and standoffish at times, but he still cared about his family in the end, albeit sometimes too late. He was also very arrogant, and when he wanted anything, he often cared more about himself than his friends.

5. Hannah Abbott

Hannah often exhibited signs of anxiety and self-doubt, evident from her incident in Herbology and her own admissions about her abilities. She seemed to struggle when faced with stressful situations. Nevertheless, Hannah was a loyal friend, showcasing her bravery by joining Dumbledore’s Army and later defending Hogwarts.

In her later years, Hannah pursued a career as a Healer and even expressed interest in becoming the Hogwarts Matron. This suggests she possessed considerable expertise in healing magic, encompassing spells, potions, and other magical remedies.

Additionally, Hannah could produce a non-corporeal Patronus, indicating advanced magical prowess, especially given the spell’s complexity. She probably mastered this charm during her time with Dumbledore’s Army.

4. Bill Weasley

Bill was often seen as “cool” due to his relaxed and unruffled demeanor. But beyond that casual exterior, he was dedicated and earnest. In his school days, he excelled academically and even served as Hogwarts Head Boy in his final year, showcasing his commitment to his studies.

His bravery was evident in his choice of profession as a Curse-Breaker and his decision to join the Order of the Phoenix to combat Lord Voldemort.

Moreover, Bill was a person of deep empathy and allegiance, which was clear when he took umbrage at Ron’s choice to part ways with Harry and Hermione over a trifling dispute.

3. Cedric Diggory

Cedric displayed a resolve reminiscent of Harry’s. This was evident when Fleur attempted to sway him with her Veela allure, inviting him to the Yule Ball. However, he declined, having already committed to another date.

Thus, Cedric showcased immense integrity and inner fortitude, especially in being able to resist the Veela’s enchantment and honor his prior commitment.

In discussing his Quidditch victory against Gryffindor with his father, Cedric candidly admitted that the win wasn’t entirely fair. The female Gryffindor Chasers described him as “strong and reserved,” suggesting that he chose his words wisely and spoke only when necessary.

2. Hermione Granger

Hermione was renowned for her insatiable thirst for knowledge and her unwavering determination, shining in most of her classes and consistently supporting Harry and Ron in their adventures.

Such was her commitment to academia that she was entrusted with a Time-Turner in her third year by the Ministry, allowing her to turn back time to attend more classes.

Unlike many wizards, Hermione used logic to deduce facts that many missed, for instance, deducing Remus Lupin’s condition as a werewolf.

Being meticulous, responsible, and always impeccably dressed, Hermione frequently played the role of the level-headed one among her more impetuous friends, achieving this with varying success. These traits undoubtedly influenced her appointment as a prefect in her fifth year.

Hermione’s inclination towards order and her staunch adherence to rules were evident throughout her school years, sometimes even overshadowing her popularity.

1. Albus Dumbledore

Dumbledore is often regarded as one of the most formidable wizards in history, embodying the wisdom and prowess reminiscent of Merlin. He carried himself with a calm and almost ethereal grace, consistently radiating peace and a self-assured aura, seldom displaying strong emotions like anger or fear.

More than just being insightful, Dumbledore possessed an exceptional emotional intelligence. His understanding of individuals ran deep beyond simply assessing their character. At his core, he was motivated by his unwavering faith in the essence of humanity.

He possessed an immense capacity for love, frequently reminding Harry that love was the most potent form of magic. Dumbledore had an enduring belief in the inherent goodness of people and was a staunch advocate for granting second chances.

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