These are the best performing state high schools in South Lanarkshire, 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.
Four schools in South Lanarkshire make up the top 100 performing secondary schools in Scotland with Strathaven Academy being included in the top 25 schools in the country ranking as 21st.
You can find the full list of Glasgow secondary school rankings here.
1. Strathaven Academy
Strathaven Academy top the list in South Lanarkshire with 62% of pupils achieving at least five Highers. They rank as 21st in Scotland’s top 25 schools.
2. St Andrew’s and St Bride’s High School
The first entry on the list from East Kilbride is St Andrew’s and St Bride’s High School which sees 55% of pupils leaving school with five or more Highers.
3. Holy Cross High School
Holy Cross High School complete the top three best performing schools in South Lanarkshire as 49% of pupils gain at least five Highers.
4. Duncanrig High School
Duncanrig High School rank within Scotland’s top 100 schools with 44% of pupils achieving at least five Highers.