2026 Best Secondary Schools in Bury St. Edmunds Area

Schools in the Bury St. Edmunds built-up area. Bury St Edmunds secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 49, well below England's 39, though secondary schools have an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.2/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Bury St Edmunds County High School leads the rankings, while St Benedict's Catholic School and Sybil Andrews Academy are among the highest-performing state options. With 4 schools serving this historic market town, families across Moreton Hall, the town centre, and surrounding villages have access to a mix of independent and comprehensive schools in a close-knit community setting. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.