2026 Best Secondary Schools in Islington Area

Islington secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 49, above England's 39, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 8.6/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). North Bridge House Senior Canonbury School, St Mary Magdalene Academy, and Highbury Fields School are among the highest-performing options serving families across Angel, Canonbury, and Highbury. While North Bridge House Senior Canonbury School is a top-ranked independent option, St Mary Magdalene Academy leads among state schools with strong GCSE results. With 11 schools in the borough, most families find places within 1.1 miles for popular schools. Use the interactive map to explore last distance offered and compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.