Schools in Skelmersdale
Skelmersdale has 25 schools: 21 primary and 4 secondary or all-through. 84% of the 25 schools with an Ofsted grade are rated Good or better (Strong standard or better under the new report cards). Among secondary schools, Lathom High School : A Technology College has the highest Attainment 8 score (41.6 in 2026). Among primary schools, Crawford Village Primary School has the highest share of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths (92% in 2025).
- 26 schools
- 4 secondary
- 21 primary
Secondary Schools in Skelmersdale
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 | Lathom High School : A Technology College | Good | 41.6 (2026) | -0.42 (2024) | 806 |
| 2 | Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic High School | Requires Improvement | 39.5 (2026) | -0.73 (2024) | 786 |
| 3 | Hope High School | Good | 13.1 (2025) | -1.71 (2022) | 108 |
| 4 | West Lancashire Community High School | Good | – | – | 176 |
Primary Schools in Skelmersdale
Ranked by the percentage of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing and maths at the end of Year 6.