Best Secondary Schools in Southend-on-Sea 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 12 schools across Southend-on-Sea. Updated with 2025–26 data.

12
Total schools
5
Outstanding
42%
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 85 View school
🥈 Southend High School for Girls
Secondary
 Outstanding 83 View school
🥉 Southend High School for Boys
Secondary
 Outstanding 83 View school
4. Westcliff High School for Girls
Secondary
 Outstanding 77 View school
5. The Eastwood Academy
Secondary
 Outstanding 67 View school
6. St Bernard's High School
Secondary
 Good 65 View school
7. St Thomas More High School
Secondary
 Good 56 View school
8. Shoeburyness High School
Secondary
 Good 41 View school
9. Belfairs Academy
Secondary
 Good 39 View school
10. Chase High School
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 27 View school
11. Southchurch High School
Secondary
 Requires Improvement 26 View school
12. Cecil Jones Academy
Secondary
 Inadequate 19 View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Southend-on-Sea?
There are 12 secondary schools in Southend-on-Sea, of which 5 (42%) 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?
42% of secondary schools in Southend-on-Sea are rated Outstanding and 33% 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.