2026 Best Secondary Schools in Oxford Area

Schools in the Oxford built-up area. Oxford secondary schools serve one of England's most prestigious university cities, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 8/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). While Oxford High School GDST, Magdalen College School, and Headington Rye Oxford are top-ranked independent options, The Cherwell School leads among state secondaries with Outstanding FMS Inspection Score and strong GCSE results. With 14 secondary schools serving Oxford, families across Headington, Summertown, Cowley, and Jericho have access to diverse options ranging from highly selective independent schools to inclusive comprehensives. The city's scholarly heritage enriches the educational environment, with many schools benefiting from university partnerships and cultural resources. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.