2026 Best Secondary Schools in Sheffield Area

Schools in the Sheffield built-up area. Sheffield secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 45, above England's 39, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). Mercia School leads among state secondary schools with strong results, while Sheffield Girls' GDST and Mercia School are top-ranked independent options. With 32 schools serving Sheffield, families across Ecclesall, Hillsborough, and Dore have extensive choice ranging from highly competitive independent schools to inclusive comprehensives. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.