Schools in Accrington
Accrington has 33 schools: 28 primary and 5 secondary or all-through. 43% of the 30 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School has the highest Attainment 8 score (50.5 in 2026). Among primary schools, Clayton-le-Moors All Saints' Church of England Primary School has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (78% in 2025).
- 35 schools
- 5 secondary
- 28 primary
Secondary Schools in Accrington
Ranked by Attainment 8, the average GCSE score per pupil. Progress 8 is from the latest year published.
| # | School | Ofsted | Attainment 8 | Progress 8 | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School | Expected standard | 50.5 (2026) | -0.26 (2024) | 1,280 |
| 2 | Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn | Expected standard | 43.5 (2026) | +0.38 (2024) | 801 |
| 3 | The Hollins | Good | 41.9 (2026) | -0.16 (2024) | 794 |
| 4 | Accrington Academy | Requires Improvement | 39.8 (2026) | -0.62 (2024) | 953 |
| 5 | Rhyddings | Requires Improvement | 33.9 (2026) | -0.87 (2024) | 610 |
Primary Schools in Accrington
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.