Best Secondary Schools in Hartlepool 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 5 schools across Hartlepool. Updated with 2025–26 data.

5
Total schools
0
Outstanding
0%
Outstanding rate
69%
Avg KS2 SATs
43.1
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 High Tunstall College of Science
Secondary
 Good 54 View school
🥈 Dyke House Sports and Technology College
Secondary
 Good 46 View school
🥉 English Martyrs Catholic School and Sixth Form College
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 42 View school
4. Manor Community Academy
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 28 View school
5. St Hild's Church of England School
Secondary
 Inadequate 23 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Hartlepool?
There are 5 secondary schools in Hartlepool, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Hartlepool?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Hartlepool is High Tunstall College of Science. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Hartlepool?
Primary and secondary school applications in Hartlepool are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Hartlepool council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Hartlepool?
0% of secondary schools in Hartlepool are rated Outstanding and 40% are rated Good. 81.4% 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.