Schools in Shepton Mallet
Shepton Mallet has 9 schools: 7 primary and 2 secondary or all-through. 56% of the 9 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, Whitstone has the highest Attainment 8 score (39.7 in 2026). Among primary schools, Ditcheat Primary School has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (80% in 2025).
- 10 schools
- 2 secondary
- 7 primary
Secondary Schools in Shepton Mallet
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 | Whitstone | Needs attention | 39.7 (2026) | +0.06 (2024) | 545 |
| 2 | The Mendip School | Good | 15.4 (2025) | -1.87 (2024) | 151 |
Primary Schools in Shepton Mallet
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.
| # | School | Ofsted | Met expected standard | Pupils |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ditcheat Primary School | Expected standard | 80% (2025) | 89 |
| 2 | Upton Noble CofE VC Primary School | Good | 71% (2025) | 161 |
| 3 | St Aldhelms Church School | Requires Improvement | 64% (2025) | 176 |
| 4 | St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School | Good | 56% (2025) | 324 |
| 5 | Bowlish Infant School | Needs attention | – | 114 |
| 6 | Evercreech Church of England Primary School | Good | – | 198 |
| 7 | Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School & Nursery | Good | – | 186 |