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Are all South Tyneside 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?

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2026 Best Secondary Schools in South Tyneside Area

Schools across South Tyneside district. Explore 8 secondary schools in South Tyneside. The current top-ranked secondary schools are Whitburn Church of England Academy, Harton Academy, and Jarrow School. Compare local rankings, GCSE results, FMS Inspection Score, and neighbourhood options in one place.

Key Performance Metrics for South Tyneside

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

South Tyneside44.2

England39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

South Tyneside36%

England41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

South Tyneside3.9

England4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

South Tyneside6.3/10

England7.4/10

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

South Tyneside

44.2vsEngland

39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

South Tyneside

36%vsEngland

41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

South Tyneside

3.9vsEngland

4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

South Tyneside

6.3/10vsEngland

7.4/10

Top schools in South Tyneside

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Whitburn Church of England Academy
Whitburn
Harton Academy
Harton
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Jarrow School
Jarrow
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St Joseph's Catholic Academy
Hebburn
Hebburn Comprehensive School
Campbell Park
St Wilfrid's RC College
Harton
Mortimer Community College
Mortimer
Boldon School
Boldon Colliery