Best Secondary Schools in Surrey 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 56 schools across Surrey. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

29%

Outstanding rate

66.8%

Avg KS2 SATs

38.5

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Gordon's School Secondary	Outstanding	83	View school
🥈	St Peter's Catholic School Secondary	Outstanding	81	View school
🥉	Salesian School, Chertsey Secondary	Outstanding	80	View school
4.	St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking Secondary	Outstanding	80	View school
5.	Rosebery School Secondary	Outstanding	78	View school
6.	St Paul's Catholic College Secondary	Outstanding	77	View school
7.	Hinchley Wood School Secondary	Outstanding	76	View school
8.	Weydon School Secondary	Outstanding	75	View school
9.	Guildford County School Secondary	Outstanding	71	View school
10.	Glyn School Secondary	Outstanding	71	View school
11.	Tomlinscote School Secondary	Outstanding	71	View school
12.	St Bede's School Secondary	Outstanding	70	View school
13.	Reigate School Secondary	Outstanding	68	View school
14.	Heathside School Secondary	Good	67	View school
15.	Hoe Valley School Secondary	Outstanding	64	View school
16.	Broadwater School Secondary	Good	64	View school
17.	Howard of Effingham School Secondary	Good	64	View school
18.	George Abbot School Secondary	Good	63	View school
19.	Woolmer Hill School Secondary	Good	63	View school
20.	Rodborough Secondary	Good	62	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Surrey?

There are 56 secondary schools in Surrey, of which 16 (29%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Surrey?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Surrey is Gordon's School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Surrey?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Surrey?

29% of secondary schools in Surrey are rated Outstanding and 64% are rated Good. 72.1% 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.