2026 Best Secondary Schools in Accrington Area

Schools in the Accrington built-up area. Accrington secondary schools serve a Lancashire town with 4 schools offering diverse options for families. Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn, The Hollins, and Accrington Academy are among the area's highest-performing options, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 6.6/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Families across Accrington, Oswaldtwistle, Clayton-le-Moors, and Great Harwood benefit from local comprehensives with strong community ties and improving results. With an average Attainment 8 score of 31, the area continues to focus on raising standards and supporting student achievement. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.