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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Skelmersdale Area

Schools in the Skelmersdale built-up area. Explore 3 secondary schools in Skelmersdale. The current top-ranked secondary schools are Maharishi Free School, Lathom High School : A Technology College, and Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic High School. Compare local rankings, GCSE results, FMS Inspection Score, and neighbourhood options in one place.

Key Performance Metrics for Skelmersdale

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Skelmersdale44.6

England39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Skelmersdale66%

England41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Skelmersdale4.2

England4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Skelmersdale6.0/10

England7.4/10

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Skelmersdale

44.6vsEngland

39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Skelmersdale

66%vsEngland

41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Skelmersdale

4.2vsEngland

4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Skelmersdale

6.0/10vsEngland

7.4/10

Top schools in Skelmersdale

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Maharishi Free School
Lathom
Lathom High School : A Technology College
Skelmersdale
Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic High School
Skelmersdale