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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Orrell Area

Schools in the Orrell built-up area. Explore 3 secondary schools in Orrell. The current top-ranked secondary schools are St Peter's Catholic High School, Up Holland High School, and Dean Trust Wigan. Compare local rankings, GCSE results, FMS Inspection Score, and neighbourhood options in one place.

Key Performance Metrics for Orrell

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Orrell44.3

England39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Orrell31%

England41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Orrell3.8

England4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Orrell6.4/10

England7.4/10

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Orrell

44.3vsEngland

39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Orrell

31%vsEngland

41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Orrell

3.8vsEngland

4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Orrell

6.4/10vsEngland

7.4/10

Top schools in Orrell

Showing 1-3 of 3 schools

St Peter's Catholic High School
Orrell
Up Holland High School
Orrell
Dean Trust Wigan
Orrell