2026 Best Secondary Schools in Cheltenham Area

Schools in the Cheltenham built-up area. Cheltenham secondary schools achieve exceptional standards, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 8.8/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Pate's Grammar School is a selective grammar school offering academic pathways for high achievers, while Cheltenham Ladies' College and Cheltenham College are top-ranked independent options. The area's average Attainment 8 score of 49 exceeds the England average of 39, reflecting strong GCSE performance across the town. Families in Charlton Kings, Pittville, Montpellier, and Prestbury have access to 9 schools, offering a mix of selective, independent, and comprehensive options. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.