Schools in Hemel Hempstead
Hemel Hempstead has 44 schools: 36 primary and 8 secondary or all-through. 81% of the 42 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, John F Kennedy Catholic School has the highest Attainment 8 score (51.9 in 2026). Among primary schools, Bovingdon Primary Academy has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (92% in 2025).
- 49 schools
- 8 secondary
- 36 primary
Secondary Schools in Hemel Hempstead
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 | John F Kennedy Catholic School | Expected standard | 51.9 (2026) | +0.15 (2024) | 1,073 |
| 2 | The Hemel Hempstead School | Expected standard | 47.3 (2026) | -0.14 (2024) | 1,287 |
| 3 | Longdean School | Good | 43.7 (2026) | -0.29 (2024) | 1,436 |
| 4 | Laureate Academy | Good | 42.7 (2026) | -0.22 (2024) | 703 |
| 5 | The Adeyfield Academy | Good | 38.7 (2026) | -0.97 (2024) | 858 |
| 6 | The Astley Cooper School | Needs attention | 33.5 (2026) | -0.60 (2024) | 914 |
| 7 | The Collett School | Good | – | – | 128 |
| 8 | Woodfield School | Good | – | – | 125 |
Primary Schools in Hemel Hempstead
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.