Best Secondary Schools in Kent 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 99 schools across Kent. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

27%

Outstanding rate

63.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

37.6

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Dartford Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	92	View school
🥈	Tonbridge Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	88	View school
🥉	The Skinners' School Secondary	Outstanding	88	View school
4.	The Judd School Secondary	Outstanding	87	View school
5.	Dartford Grammar School for Girls Secondary	Outstanding	87	View school
6.	Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	85	View school
7.	Dane Court Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	83	View school
8.	Invicta Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	83	View school
9.	Highworth Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	81	View school
10.	Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys Secondary	Outstanding	81	View school
11.	Cranbrook School Secondary	Outstanding	80	View school
12.	Weald of Kent Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	79	View school
13.	Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend Secondary	Outstanding	76	View school
14.	Maidstone Grammar School for Girls Secondary	Outstanding	76	View school
15.	Gravesend Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	75	View school
16.	The Harvey Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	74	View school
17.	Wilmington Grammar School for Girls Secondary	Outstanding	74	View school
18.	Sir Roger Manwood's School Secondary	Outstanding	74	View school
19.	Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	73	View school
20.	Highsted Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	73	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Kent?

There are 99 secondary schools in Kent, of which 27 (27%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Kent?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Kent?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Kent?

27% of secondary schools in Kent are rated Outstanding and 56% are rated Good. 79.2% 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.