Best Secondary Schools in Devon 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 37 schools across Devon. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

14%

Outstanding rate

60.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

33.4

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Colyton Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	89	View school
🥈	Uffculme School Secondary	Outstanding	65	View school
🥉	Chulmleigh Community College Secondary	Good	63	View school
4.	The King's School Secondary	Outstanding	62	View school
5.	St Peter's Church of England Aided School Secondary	Good	61	View school
6.	Kingsbridge Academy Secondary	Outstanding	61	View school
7.	Ivybridge Community College Secondary	Good	59	View school
8.	St James School Secondary	Good	58	View school
9.	Okehampton College Secondary	Outstanding	56	View school
10.	West Exe School Secondary	Good	54	View school
11.	The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy Secondary	Good	52	View school
12.	Braunton Academy Secondary	Good	51	View school
13.	King Edward VI Community College Secondary	Good	50	View school
14.	Great Torrington School Secondary	Good	49	View school
15.	Sidmouth College Secondary	Good	49	View school
16.	Newton Abbot College Secondary	Good	49	View school
17.	Tavistock College Secondary	Good	48	View school
18.	Honiton Community College Secondary	Good	47	View school
19.	Clyst Vale Community College Secondary	Requires Improvement	47	View school
20.	Cullompton Community College Secondary	Good	46	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Devon?

There are 37 secondary schools in Devon, of which 5 (14%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Devon?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Devon is Colyton Grammar School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Devon?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Devon?

14% of secondary schools in Devon are rated Outstanding and 49% are rated Good. 75.8% 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.