Best Secondary Schools in Barnsley 2026 — Rankings & Ofsted Ratings
Compare 13 secondary schools in Barnsley — Ofsted ratings, GCSE & Progress 8 results & admissions data.
Barnsley Secondary Schools at a Glance
13Secondary Schools in Barnsley
77%Rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted (13 inspected)
-0.51Average Progress 8 across 11 schools
11Oversubscribed — more applicants than places
Top 10 Secondary Schools in Barnsley
| School | Area | Ofsted | Progress 8 | 5+ GCSE % | EBacc % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darton Academy | Barnsley | Good | +0.37 | 73% | 40% |
| Penistone Grammar School | Barnsley | Good | +0.33 | 82% | 55% |
| Horizon Community College | Barnsley | Good | -0.07 | 62% | 56% |
| Kirk Balk Academy | Barnsley | Good | -0.13 | 71% | 40% |
| Outwood Academy Carlton | Barnsley | Good | -0.25 | 57% | 27% |
| Barnsley Academy | Barnsley | Good | -0.39 | 64% | 42% |
| Netherwood Academy | Barnsley | Good | -0.41 | 51% | 34% |
| Outwood Academy Shafton | Barnsley | Good | -0.44 | 61% | 43% |
| Astrea Academy Dearne | Barnsley | Good | -0.67 | 56% | 54% |
| Holy Trinity Catholic and Church of England School | Barnsley | Requires Improvement | -0.74 | 37% | 43% |
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