Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Southend-on-Sea 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 59 schools across Southend-on-Sea. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

14%

Outstanding rate

63.1%

Avg KS2 SATs

45.1

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Westcliff High School for Boys Academy Secondary	Outstanding	98	View school
🥈	Southend High School for Boys Secondary	Outstanding	98	View school
🥉	Southend High School for Girls Secondary	Outstanding	98	View school
4.	Westcliff High School for Girls Secondary	Outstanding	98	View school
5.	Saint Pierre School Not applicable	—	95	View school
6.	Barons Court Primary School and Nursery Primary	Outstanding	93	View school
7.	West Leigh Junior School Primary	Outstanding	90	View school
8.	Edwards Hall Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
9.	Chalkwell Hall Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
10.	West Leigh Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
11.	Victory Park Academy Not applicable	Good	80	View school
12.	Blenheim Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
13.	Bournes Green Infant School Primary	Good	80	View school
14.	Hamstel Infant School and Nursery Primary	Good	80	View school
15.	Lancaster School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
16.	Bournes Green Junior School Primary	Good	80	View school
17.	Chalkwell Hall Junior School Primary	Good	80	View school
18.	Eastwood Primary School & Nursery Primary	Good	80	View school
19.	St George's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	79	View school
20.	Hinguar Community Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Southend-on-Sea?

There are 59 primary & secondary schools in Southend-on-Sea, of which 8 (14%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Southend-on-Sea?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Southend-on-Sea is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Southend-on-Sea?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Southend-on-Sea?

14% of primary & secondary schools in Southend-on-Sea are rated Outstanding and 71% are rated Good. 76.3% 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.