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EnglandSt. Helens

Schools in St. Helens

A small town in northwest Merseyside, St. Helens comprises several distinct neighbourhoods that serve families actively seeking local education options. Haydock and Blackbrook rank among the most sought-after pockets for primary school catchments. Eccleston extends further residential choice. Rail services provide direct connectivity to Manchester and the surrounding northwest region.

Area Performance

St. Helens schools rank in the top 70% of England

Across 3 secondary schools, state and independent. The average Find My School Inspection Score is 6.63/10, -0.76 vs England.

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Distribution across all St. Helens schools

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St. Helens vs England distribution

National Rank

Top 70%

Across all ranked St. Helens schools

Top 70%Secondaryavg #2,584 of 3,671

Secondary schools: 3 schools (state + independent)

LocalEngland avg
Average FMS Inspection Score
6.6/10
-0.76 vs Eng avgEng avg 7.4/10
Average national rank
#2,584
-20 pts vs medianmedian 1,836

top 70% of 3,671

Attainment 8 score (out of 90)state
41.9
+2.8 vs Eng avgEng avg 39.1
Average FMS Inspection Score
6.6/10
-0.76 vs Eng avgEng avg 7.4/10
Average national rank
#2,584
-20 pts vs medianmedian 1,836

top 70% of 3,671

Attainment 8 score (out of 90)state
41.9
+2.8 vs Eng avgEng avg 39.1
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