King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys has been named the top secondary school in Birmingham with a near-perfect score of 39 out of 40 in a new national league table published by The Telegraph. The ranking places it among the best secondary schools in the country.
Top-scoring schools in Birmingham
Every secondary school in England was assessed and given an overall score based on factors including exam performance, attendance rates, and class sizes. Eleven Birmingham schools achieved scores of 35 or above, earning a 'very good' rating in the table.
King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls scored 38 out of 40, matching King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys and St Paul's School for Girls. King Edward VI Five Ways School and King Edward VI Lordswood School for Girls each achieved 37 out of 40.
Comprehensives and grammar schools excel
The list includes some of the most prestigious private and grammar schools in the region, but also features comprehensive schools that are performing strongly. Bishop Vesey's Grammar School, Eden Girls' Leadership Academy, Kings Norton Girls' School, and Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls all scored 36 out of 40. King Edward VI Aston School rounded out the top performers with 35 out of 40.
According to The Telegraph, the rankings provide a comprehensive overview of secondary school performance across the country, highlighting institutions that excel in multiple areas beyond just exam results.
