2026 Best Secondary Schools in Rotherham Area

Schools in the Rotherham built-up area. Rotherham secondary schools serve a diverse metropolitan borough with 5 schools across the area. St Bernard's Catholic High School, Wingfield Academy, and Oakwood High School are among the highest-performing options, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.7/10, Excellent band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Families across Wickersley, Wath-upon-Dearne, Maltby, and Rawmarsh benefit from a mix of comprehensive schools with strong community ties and diverse opportunities. The area's schools have undergone significant improvements in recent years, with many joining multi-academy trusts focused on raising standards. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.