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2026 Best Secondary Schools in Watford District

Schools across Watford district. Explore 5 secondary schools in Watford District. The current top-ranked secondary schools are Watford Grammar School for Boys, Watford Grammar School for Girls, and Stanborough Secondary School. Compare local rankings, GCSE results, FMS Inspection Score, and neighbourhood options in one place.

Key Performance Metrics for Watford District

% students achieving grades 9-7 (A*-A equivalent)

Watford District58%

England56%

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Watford District52.5

England39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Watford District66%

England41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Watford District4.9

England4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Watford District8.2/10

England7.4/10

% students achieving grades 9-7 (A*-A equivalent)

Watford District

58%vsEngland

56%

Average Attainment 8 score (out of 90)

Watford District

52.5vsEngland

39.1

% pupils entering EBacc subjects

Watford District

66%vsEngland

41%

Average EBacc APS score (out of 10)

Watford District

4.9vsEngland

4.1

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Watford District

8.2/10vsEngland

7.4/10

Top schools in Watford District

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