2026 Best Secondary Schools in Stoke-on-Trent Area

Stoke-on-Trent secondary schools serve a unique city formed from six historic towns, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.1/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). St Joseph's College leads the rankings, while Stafford Grammar School and Painsley Catholic College are among the top-performing state options. With an average Attainment 8 score of 41 compared to England's 39, families across Hanley, Stoke, Burslem, and Longton have access to 30 schools offering diverse comprehensive education. The city's polycentric structure means each of the six towns has its own established secondary schools with strong community ties. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.