2026 Best Secondary Schools in Darlington Area

Darlington secondary schools achieve strong results, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.3/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Carmel College, Hurworth School, and Hummersknott Academy are among the highest-performing options, with an average Attainment 8 score of 44 compared to England's 39. Families across Hummersknott, Mowden, Cockerton, and Hurworth have access to 9 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.