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Are all Boston neighbourhoods included?

Yes. We group schools by their locality field so you can quickly scan areas and their nearby schools. All sections are expanded by default on this page.

Why do results differ from Ofsted-only lists?

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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Boston Area

Boston secondary schools offer a range of options across this historic Lincolnshire market town, including the selective Boston High School for high-achieving students. The Giles Academy and The Boston Grammar School are among the other options serving families across Boston, Wyberton, and Kirton. With 6 secondary schools in the area and an average Attainment 8 score of 41 compared to England's 39, families have access to both selective and comprehensive education. Secondary schools have an average FMS Inspection Score of 6/10, Developing band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.

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Boston High School
Boston
The Giles Academy
Old Leake
The Boston Grammar School
South End
William Lovell Church of England Academy
Stickney
Thomas Middlecott Academy
Kirton
Haven High Academy
Boston town centre