Best Secondary Schools in Barking and Dagenham 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 8 schools across Barking and Dagenham. Updated with 2025–26 data.

8
Total schools
0
Outstanding
0%
Outstanding rate
69.4%
Avg KS2 SATs
43.1
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Riverside School
Secondary
Good 68 View school
🥈 All Saints Catholic School and Technology College
Secondary
Good 66 View school
🥉 Jo Richardson Community School
Secondary
Good 62 View school
4. The Warren School
Secondary
Good 60 View school
5. Barking Abbey School, A Specialist Sports and Humanities College
Secondary
Good 59 View school
6. Dagenham Park CofE School
Secondary
Good 53 View school
7. Greatfields School
Secondary
Good 48 View school
8. Brook Sixth Form and Academy
Secondary
Requires Improvement 41 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Barking and Dagenham?
There are 8 secondary schools in Barking and Dagenham, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Barking and Dagenham?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Barking and Dagenham is Riverside School. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Barking and Dagenham?
Primary and secondary school applications in Barking and Dagenham are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Barking and Dagenham council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Barking and Dagenham?
0% of secondary schools in Barking and Dagenham are rated Outstanding and 88% are rated Good. 88.1% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.