Best Secondary Schools in Cornwall 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 31 schools across Cornwall. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

13%

Outstanding rate

60.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

41.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Penrice Academy Secondary	Outstanding	66	View school
🥈	The Roseland Academy Secondary	Outstanding	63	View school
🥉	Camborne Science and International Academy Secondary	Good	62	View school
4.	Launceston College Secondary	Good	58	View school
5.	Mullion School Secondary	Outstanding	57	View school
6.	Richard Lander School Secondary	Good	56	View school
7.	Penair School Secondary	Good	55	View school
8.	Mounts Bay Academy Secondary	Outstanding	54	View school
9.	Newquay Tretherras Secondary	Good	53	View school
10.	Wadebridge School Secondary	Good	53	View school
11.	Redruth School Secondary	Good	53	View school
12.	Penryn College Secondary	Good	50	View school
13.	Hayle Academy Secondary	Good	50	View school
14.	Budehaven Community School Secondary	Good	48	View school
15.	Helston Community College Secondary	Good	47	View school
16.	Torpoint Community College Secondary	Good	46	View school
17.	Humphry Davy School Secondary	Good	45	View school
18.	St Ives School Secondary	Good	44	View school
19.	Liskeard School and Community College Secondary	Good	43	View school
20.	Poltair School Secondary	Requires Improvement	43	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Cornwall?

There are 31 secondary schools in Cornwall, of which 4 (13%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Cornwall?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Cornwall is Penrice Academy. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Cornwall?

Primary and secondary school applications in Cornwall are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Cornwall council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Cornwall?

13% of secondary schools in Cornwall are rated Outstanding and 58% are rated Good. 76.4% 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.