2026 Best Secondary Schools in Tavistock Area

Tavistock secondary schools serve this market town on the edge of Dartmoor, with 2 schools providing education for local families. Mount Kelly and Tavistock College are the main options, achieving an average Attainment 8 score of 32, well above the England average of 39. While Mount Kelly is a top-ranked independent option, Tavistock College leads among state secondary schools with strong GCSE results. Families in Tavistock benefit from established schools that combine academic achievement with the distinctive character of this historic Devon town. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.