Best Secondary Schools in North Lincolnshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 14 schools across North Lincolnshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

Outstanding rate

64.4%

Avg KS2 SATs

35.3

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	South Axholme Academy Secondary	Good	59	View school
🥈	St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy Secondary	Good	58	View school
🥉	Winterton Community Academy Secondary	Good	54	View school
4.	The Vale Academy Secondary	Good	51	View school
5.	Baysgarth School Secondary	Good	48	View school
6.	Outwood Academy Brumby Secondary	Good	48	View school
7.	Outwood Academy Foxhills Secondary	Good	47	View school
8.	Sir John Nelthorpe School Secondary	Good	45	View school
9.	Frederick Gough School Secondary	Good	44	View school
10.	The Axholme Academy Secondary	Good	41	View school
11.	Engineering UTC Northern Lincolnshire Secondary	Good	41	View school
12.	Melior Community Academy Secondary	Good	39	View school
13.	The St Lawrence Academy Secondary	Good	38	View school
14.	Kirton Academy Secondary	Inadequate	27	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in North Lincolnshire?

There are 14 secondary schools in North Lincolnshire, of which 0 (0%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in North Lincolnshire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in North Lincolnshire is South Axholme Academy. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in North Lincolnshire?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in North Lincolnshire?

0% of secondary schools in North Lincolnshire are rated Outstanding and 93% are rated Good. 78.7% 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.