Best Secondary Schools in Rotherham 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 16 schools across Rotherham. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

13%

Outstanding rate

60%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Wickersley School and Sports College Secondary	Outstanding	66	View school
🥈	St Bernard's Catholic High School Secondary	Outstanding	66	View school
🥉	Wales High School Secondary	Good	55	View school
4.	Oakwood High School Secondary	Good	55	View school
5.	Wingfield Academy Secondary	Good	54	View school
6.	Brinsworth Academy Secondary	Good	53	View school
7.	Aston Academy Secondary	Good	51	View school
8.	Maltby Academy Secondary	Good	47	View school
9.	Winterhill School Secondary	Good	42	View school
10.	Dinnington High School Secondary	Requires Improvement	41	View school
11.	Rawmarsh Community School Secondary	Good	40	View school
12.	Wath Academy Secondary	Inadequate	39	View school
13.	Swinton Academy Secondary	Requires Improvement	36	View school
14.	Clifton Community School Secondary	Good	35	View school
15.	Thrybergh Academy Secondary	Inadequate	19	View school
16.	Saint Pius X Catholic High School A Specialist School in Humanities Secondary	Requires Improvement	15	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Rotherham?

There are 16 secondary schools in Rotherham, of which 2 (13%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Rotherham?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Rotherham is Wickersley School and Sports College. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Rotherham?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Rotherham?

13% of secondary schools in Rotherham are rated Outstanding and 56% are rated Good. 72.2% 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.