2026 Best Secondary Schools in Wakefield Area

Schools in the Wakefield built-up area. Wakefield secondary schools achieve an average Attainment 8 score of 45, above England's 39, with an average FMS Inspection Score of 7.5/10, Good band, compared with England's 7.4/10 (Good). While Wakefield Girls' High School, Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, and Trinity Academy Cathedral are top-ranked independent options, Castleford Academy leads among state secondary schools with strong GCSE results. With 7 schools serving the district, families across Castleford, Pontefract, Ossett, and Horbury have access to diverse educational options ranging from selective independent schools to inclusive comprehensive academies. Use the search filters to compare schools by Attainment 8 or FMS Inspection Score.