Tameside has 13 secondary schools with a published Ofsted grade. At their latest inspection 2 were outstanding or exceptional and 62% good or better, against 81% of secondary schools across England. The most recent was inspected on 21 Apr 2026. Source: Ofsted inspection reports (Open Government Licence v3).
- 2 outstanding or exceptional
- 6 good, strong or expected
- 5 requires improvement or needs attention
- 0 inadequate or urgent improvement
| Secondary schools | Latest grade | Inspected | Postcode area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurus Ryecroft | Outstanding | 26 Jan 2023 | M43 |
| St Damian's RC Science College | Outstanding | 16 Nov 2017 | OL6 |
| All Saints Catholic College | Good | 13 Jul 2018 | SK16 |
| Audenshaw School | Good | 14 Mar 2023 | M34 |
| Dixons Pennine Academy | Good | 12 Jun 2024 | SK15 |
| Droylsden Academy | Good | 15 Sept 2017 | M43 |
| Fairfield High School for Girls | Good | 7 Dec 2022 | M43 |
| St Thomas More RC College | Good | 6 Dec 2012 | M34 |
| Alder Community High School | Requires improvement | 17 Apr 2024 | SK14 |
| Dixons Ashton Academy | Requires improvement | 8 Mar 2023 | OL6 |
| Longdendale High School | Requires improvement | 3 Feb 2023 | SK14 |
| Rayner Stephens High School | Needs attention | 21 Apr 2026 | SK16 |
| West Hill School | Needs attention | 21 Apr 2026 | SK15 |