Best Secondary Schools in Hampshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 67 schools across Hampshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

10%

Outstanding rate

63.2%

Avg KS2 SATs

36.9

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Thornden School Secondary	Outstanding	78	View school
🥈	Bohunt School Secondary	Outstanding	75	View school
🥉	Kings' School Secondary	Outstanding	74	View school
4.	The Petersfield School Secondary	Outstanding	72	View school
5.	Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School Secondary	Good	70	View school
6.	Court Moor School Secondary	Good	68	View school
7.	Testbourne Community School Secondary	Outstanding	64	View school
8.	Wildern School Secondary	Outstanding	64	View school
9.	The Mountbatten School Secondary	Good	63	View school
10.	Cams Hill School Secondary	Good	61	View school
11.	Brookfield Community School Secondary	Good	61	View school
12.	Hounsdown School Secondary	Outstanding	61	View school
13.	Henry Beaufort School Secondary	Good	61	View school
14.	Ringwood School Academy Secondary	Good	61	View school
15.	Swanmore College Secondary	Good	59	View school
16.	Calthorpe Park School Secondary	Good	59	View school
17.	The Wavell School Secondary	Good	58	View school
18.	Oaklands Catholic School Secondary	Good	58	View school
19.	The Burgate School and Sixth Form Secondary	Good	58	View school
20.	Wyvern College Secondary	Good	57	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Hampshire?

There are 67 secondary schools in Hampshire, of which 7 (10%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Hampshire?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Hampshire?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Hampshire?

10% of secondary schools in Hampshire are rated Outstanding and 79% are rated Good. 83.6% 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.