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Are all Boston Council Area 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 Council Area

Schools across the Boston council area. Explore 5 secondary schools in Boston Council Area. The current top-ranked secondary schools are Boston High School, Giles Academy, and The Boston Grammar School. Compare local rankings, GCSE results, FMS Inspection Score, and neighbourhood options in one place.

Key Performance Metrics for Boston Council Area

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Boston Council Area42.9

England39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Boston Council Area29%

England41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Boston Council Area3.7

England4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Boston Council Area6.0/10

England7.4/10

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Boston Council Area

42.9vsEngland

39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Boston Council Area

29%vsEngland

41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Boston Council Area

3.7vsEngland

4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Boston Council Area

6.0/10vsEngland

7.4/10

Top schools in Boston Council Area

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