How do you decide which schools are best?

We combine official data sources and our methodology to highlight consistent performance. Use filters to personalise results based on what matters to your family.

Are all Rushden neighbourhoods included?

Yes. We group schools by their locality field so you can quickly scan areas and their nearby schools. All sections are expanded by default on this page.

Why do results differ from Ofsted-only lists?

We consider a broader set of indicators and present more flexible filtering, including faith options, mixed/grammar status, and age ranges.

2026 Best Secondary Schools in Rushden Area

Rushden secondary schools serve this market town community in Northamptonshire, with 2 schools providing education for local families. Rushden Academy and The Ferrers School are both rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, with 100% of schools achieving these ratings, well above the England average of 86%. Families in Rushden town centre and nearby Higham Ferrers benefit from well-established comprehensive schools with strong community ties and dedicated staff. Use the map view to explore the schools and see which serve your neighbourhood.

All schools in Rushden

Too few schools to show local average metrics.

Top schools in Rushden

Showing 1-2 of 2 schools

Rushden Academy
Hayway
The Ferrers School
Higham Ferrers