Best Secondary Schools in Knowsley 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 6 schools across Knowsley. Updated with 2025–26 data.

6
Total schools
0
Outstanding
0%
Outstanding rate
60.6%
Avg KS2 SATs
28
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Halewood Academy
Secondary
 Good 45 View school
🥈 All Saints Catholic High School
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 44 View school
🥉 Lord Derby Academy
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 38 View school
4. Kirkby High School
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 28 View school
5. The Prescot School
Secondary
 Inadequate 22 View school
6. Saint Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic Academy
Secondary
 Inadequate 13 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Knowsley?
There are 6 secondary schools in Knowsley, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Knowsley?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Knowsley is Halewood Academy. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Knowsley?
Primary and secondary school applications in Knowsley are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Knowsley council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Knowsley?
0% of secondary schools in Knowsley are rated Outstanding and 17% are rated Good. 82.5% 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.