These are the best performing state high schools in and around Glasgow, according to the latest data available.
Each school has been measured on the percentage of pupils who received the Scottish Government’s educational “gold standard” of five Highers, or their equivalent, in 2022 – based on data published by the Scottish Government on its own website.
11 high schools in Glasgow and in neighbouring local authorities are featured among the top performing scondary schools in Scotland.
You can find the full list of Glasgow secondary school rankings here.
5. Douglas Academy
Another secondary school near to the city is Douglas Academy in Milngavie. The school has a 75% success rate when it comes to pupils achieving five Highers or more. Photo: Google Maps
6. Cults Academy
Heading north, Cults Academy in Aberdeen is the first school on this list that isn’t in close proximity to Glasgow. 74% of their pupils leave with a minimum of five Highers. Photo: Google Maps
7. Mearns Castle High School
Heading back to East Renfrewshire, Mearns Castle in Newton Mearns just outside Glasgow is next on the list. 73% of pupils gaining five Highers or more. Photo: Google Maps
8. Williamwood High School
Williamwood High School in Clarkston just outside of Glasgow has a 73% success rate of pupils leaving school with the five Highers or more. Photo: Google Maps