2026 Best Secondary Schools in Nottingham Area

Nottingham secondary schools serve a large and diverse city, with 52 schools offering extensive choice for families. The West Bridgford School leads among state secondary schools with strong GCSE results, while Nottingham Girls' High School GDST and The West Bridgford School are top-ranked independent options. With an average Attainment 8 score of 46 compared to England's 39, and secondary schools have an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.3/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.