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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Royton Area

Schools in the Royton built-up area. Explore 3 secondary schools in Royton. The current top-ranked secondary schools are E-ACT the Oldham Academy North, E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy, and St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School. Compare local rankings, GCSE results, FMS Inspection Score, and neighbourhood options in one place.

Key Performance Metrics for Royton

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Royton42.2

England39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Royton37%

England41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Royton3.7

England4.1

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Royton

42.2vsEngland

39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Royton

37%vsEngland

41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Royton

3.7vsEngland

4.1

Top schools in Royton

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E-ACT the Oldham Academy North
Royton
E-ACT Royton and Crompton Academy
Royton
St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School
Thornham