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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Radstock Area

Radstock secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 40, above England's 39, though with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.3/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Norton Hill School leads among state secondary schools with strong results, while Downside School is the top-ranked independent option for families considering private education. With 5 schools serving this former Somerset coalfield town, Writhlington School provides an additional comprehensive choice for local families seeking accessible education in this close-knit community. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.

All schools in Radstock

Top schools in Radstock

Showing 1-5 of 5 schools

Downside School
Stratton-on-the-Fosse
Norton Hill School
Midsomer Norton
Writhlington School
Writhlington
Somervale Secondary School
Midsomer Norton
Somerset Studio School
Radstock