Best Secondary Schools in Sefton 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 17 schools across Sefton. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

12%

Outstanding rate

58.7%

Avg KS2 SATs

35.7

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Formby High School Secondary	Outstanding	69	View school
🥈	Greenbank High School Secondary	Outstanding	62	View school
🥉	Birkdale High School Secondary	Good	59	View school
4.	Chesterfield High School Secondary	Good	53	View school
5.	Meols Cop High School Secondary	Good	50	View school
6.	Holy Family Catholic High School Secondary	Good	49	View school
7.	Deyes High School Secondary	Good	48	View school
8.	Range High School Secondary	Requires Improvement	46	View school
9.	Stanley High School Secondary	Good	42	View school
10.	Christ The King Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre Secondary	Requires Improvement	40	View school
11.	Maricourt Catholic High School Secondary	Requires Improvement	38	View school
12.	Maghull High School Secondary	Requires Improvement	38	View school
13.	Litherland High School Secondary	Requires Improvement	33	View school
14.	Sacred Heart Catholic Academy Secondary	Inadequate	27	View school
15.	Hillside High School Secondary	Inadequate	24	View school
16.	The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco Secondary	Inadequate	18	View school
17.	St Michaels Church of England Academy Secondary	Inadequate	8	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Sefton?

There are 17 secondary schools in Sefton, of which 2 (12%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Sefton?

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

How do I apply for a school place in Sefton?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Sefton?

12% of secondary schools in Sefton are rated Outstanding and 35% are rated Good. 78.3% 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.