Best secondary schools in West Kirby (2026)
West Kirby has 3 ranked secondary schools with published results. The top-ranked is West Kirby Grammar School, in the top 4% in England. The average Attainment 8 here in 2025 was 59.5, against 46.1 for England. 2 are in England's top 10%, and 0 are rated Outstanding by Ofsted. There are 2 grammar schools.
| Rank | School | Attainment 8 (2023–2025 average) | Attainment 8 2025 | Trend | Grade 5+ Eng & maths | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 Top 4% in England |
West Kirby Grammar School West Kirby · Grammar · Girls |
69.2 | 71.3 | 96% | Good | |
2 Top 4% in England |
Calday Grange Grammar School West Kirby · Grammar · Boys |
66.3 | 68.1 | 93% | No rating | |
3 Bottom 12% in England |
Hilbre High School West Kirby |
37.9 | 39.0 | 24% | Report card |
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What is the best secondary school in West Kirby?
On exam results over the last three years, West Kirby Grammar School is the top-ranked secondary school in West Kirby, in the top 4% of schools in England.
How are the schools ranked?
By published Department for Education exam results averaged over three years: for secondary schools, Attainment 8 plus a quarter of the share getting grade 5+ in English and maths; for primary schools, the share reaching the expected standard in reading, writing and maths plus half the share reaching the higher standard. The order uses the three-year average, so a school can rank above one with a higher single-year result. Schools with fewer than 10 pupils taking the tests are not ranked. Exam results are only part of the picture: visit, read the Ofsted report and check admissions rules, as living nearby does not guarantee a place.