2026 Best Secondary Schools in Darlington Area

Schools in the Darlington built-up area. Darlington secondary schools achieve strong results, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.4/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Carmel College, Hummersknott Academy, and Polam Hall School are among the highest-performing options, with an average Attainment 8 score of 43 compared to England's 39. Families across Hummersknott, Mowden, Cockerton, and Hurworth have access to 7 schools serving the town, offering diverse options from town centre comprehensives to village settings. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.