Best Secondary Schools in East Sussex 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 23 schools across East Sussex. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

61.3%

Avg KS2 SATs

32.3

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Seaford Head School Secondary	Outstanding	66	View school
🥈	Chailey School Secondary	Good	63	View school
🥉	Priory School Secondary	Good	58	View school
4.	Uckfield College Secondary	Good	57	View school
5.	Heathfield Community College Secondary	Good	56	View school
6.	Beacon Academy Secondary	Good	55	View school
7.	Claverham Community College Secondary	Good	54	View school
8.	St Catherine's College Secondary	Good	54	View school
9.	Willingdon Community School Secondary	Good	53	View school
10.	King's Academy Ringmer Secondary	Good	51	View school
11.	Uplands Academy Secondary	Good	49	View school
12.	Ratton School Secondary	Good	47	View school
13.	Peacehaven Community School Secondary	Good	46	View school
14.	Seahaven Academy Secondary	Good	44	View school
15.	Bexhill High Academy Secondary	Good	43	View school
16.	Ark Alexandra Academy Secondary	Requires Improvement	42	View school
17.	The Hastings Academy Secondary	Good	38	View school
18.	The Eastbourne Academy Secondary	Good	36	View school
19.	The St Leonards Academy Secondary	Good	33	View school
20.	The Turing School Secondary	Requires Improvement	28	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in East Sussex?

There are 23 secondary schools in East Sussex, of which 1 (4%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in East Sussex?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in East Sussex is Seaford Head School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in East Sussex?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in East Sussex?

4% of secondary schools in East Sussex are rated Outstanding and 78% are rated Good. 78.6% 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.