2026 Best Secondary Schools in Lewisham Area

Lewisham secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 46, above the England average of 39, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.7/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). While St Dunstan's College and Sydenham High School, GDST are top-ranked independent options, Prendergast School leads among state secondary schools with strong GCSE results. With 17 schools serving Lewisham, families across Catford, Forest Hill, Deptford, and Blackheath have diverse options ranging from selective independent schools to inclusive comprehensives, with most finding places within 1.4 miles for popular schools. Use the map view to explore last distance offered and see which schools serve your neighbourhood.