2026 Best Secondary Schools in Ripon Area

Ripon secondary schools serve this historic cathedral city with 2 schools, both rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Ripon Grammar School and Outwood Academy Ripon provide distinct pathways, with the area achieving an average Attainment 8 score of 59, well above England's 39, and an average EBacc APS score of 5 compared to England's 4. 60% of students achieve grades 9-7 at GCSE, matching the national average of 56%. Families across Ripon benefit from a choice between selective grammar school education and inclusive comprehensive provision. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.