2026 Best Secondary Schools in Cambridge Area

Schools in the Cambridge built-up area. Cambridge secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 46, well above England's 39, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 8.5/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). While The Perse School, The Leys School, and Stephen Perse Cambridge are top-ranked independent options, Chesterton Community College and Parkside Community College lead among state schools with strong academic results and Outstanding FMS Inspection Score. With 18 schools serving Cambridge, families across Chesterton, Romsey, Petersfield, and Cherry Hinton benefit from excellent choice. The city's scholarly heritage enriches the educational environment, with many schools benefiting from university partnerships and cultural resources. Filter by FMS Inspection Score or use the comparison tool to shortlist schools that match your priorities.