Best Secondary Schools in Rochdale 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 13 schools across Rochdale. Updated with 2025–26 data.

13
Total schools
1
Outstanding
8%
Outstanding rate
60.4%
Avg KS2 SATs
35.4
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Hollingworth Academy
Secondary
 Outstanding 60 View school
🥈 Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College
Secondary
 Good 56 View school
🥉 Cardinal Langley Roman Catholic High School
Secondary
 Good 55 View school
4. Matthew Moss High School
Secondary
 Good 47 View school
5. Middleton Technology School
Secondary
 Good 45 View school
6. Wardle Academy
Secondary
 Good 45 View school
7. St Anne's Church of England Academy
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 45 View school
8. Kingsway Park High School
Secondary
 Good 39 View school
9. St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 37 View school
10. Falinge Park High School
Secondary
 Good 35 View school
11. Newhouse Academy
Secondary
 Inadequate 30 View school
12. Oulder Hill Leadership Academy
Secondary
 Inadequate 28 View school
13. Edgar Wood Academy
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 27 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Rochdale?
There are 13 secondary schools in Rochdale, of which 1 (8%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
What are the best schools in Rochdale?
Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Rochdale is Hollingworth Academy. See the full ranked list above.
How do I apply for a school place in Rochdale?
Primary and secondary school applications in Rochdale are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Rochdale council website for application forms and deadlines.
What is the average Ofsted rating in Rochdale?
8% of secondary schools in Rochdale are rated Outstanding and 54% are rated Good. 74.3% 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.