UK Rank #8
King Edward VI School
King Edward VI School, Chapel Lane
Ofsted: OutstandingBoys onlyCompetition: High
Overall GCSE score:90.6
Assessment: GL Assessment
Exam area
Warwickshire 11+ 5 schools Shared test area
Updated for 2026 admissions cycle
Best Grammar Schools in Warwickshire
The grammar schools in Warwickshire are best understood as a set of linked local clusters rather than as one simple county table. Rugby, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Alcester each represent a different expression of the county's selective tradition, with school type and geography varying accordingly.
girls', boys', and co-ed options GL Assessment Warwickshire Data checked 11 May 2026 Uses published 2025 GCSE measures and verified shared-test route data
Top schools
Top grammar schools in Warwickshire
Previewing the top 5 grammar schools in Warwickshire by GCSE results. The full table ranks schools by GCSE results and adds competition level, shared test route detail, and admissions context.
Rank
School
GCSE score
- Rank #1
King Edward VI School
High competition / GL Assessment
GCSE score 90.690.6 - Rank #2
Stratford Girls' Grammar School
High competition / GL Assessment
GCSE score 83.983.9 - Rank #3
Lawrence Sheriff School
High competition / GL Assessment
GCSE score 70.370.3 - Rank #4
Rugby High School
High competition / GL Assessment
GCSE score 70.270.2 - Rank #5
Alcester Grammar School
High competition / GL Assessment
GCSE score 68.468.4
Area map
Map of grammar schools in Warwickshire
School ranking
Full grammar school ranking in Warwickshire
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UK Rank #17
Stratford Girls' Grammar School
Stratford Girls' Grammar School, Shottery Manor
Ofsted: OutstandingGirls onlyCompetition: High
Overall GCSE score:83.9
Assessment: GL Assessment
UK Rank #57
Lawrence Sheriff School
Lawrence Sheriff School, Clifton Road
Ofsted: OutstandingBoys onlyCompetition: High
Overall GCSE score:70.3
Assessment: GL Assessment
UK Rank #59
Rugby High School
Rugby High School, Longrood Road
Ofsted: GoodGirls onlyCompetition: High
Overall GCSE score:70.2
Assessment: GL Assessment
UK Rank #71
Alcester Grammar School
Alcester Grammar School, Birmingham Road
Ofsted: OutstandingMixedCompetition: High
Overall GCSE score:68.4
Assessment: GL Assessment
Shared test guide
These schools share one test
The West Midlands guide explains the test, dates, and papers these schools share. It is the quickest way to see the shared exam details in one place.
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Open focused comparisons and guides for the routes, admissions rules, and journeys that matter in Warwickshire.
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Best Grammar Schools in Midlands
34 grammar school profiles in 5 counties across Midlands, covering 7 local clusters in total, with local area hubs for route, admissions and journey detail.
Best Grammar Schools in Stratford-upon-Avon
2 grammar school profiles in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire. The linked West Midlands guide covers shared test dates, downloads, and route detail.
Best Grammar Schools in Rugby
2 grammar school profiles in Rugby, Warwickshire. The linked West Midlands guide covers shared test dates, downloads, and route detail.
Best Grammar Schools in West Midlands
11 grammar school profiles in West Midlands, covering Birmingham, Walsall, and Wolverhampton. The linked West Midlands guide covers shared test dates, downloads, and route detail.
Warwickshire overview
Warwickshire grammar schools at a glance
5 grammar schools are mainly spread across Alcester, Rugby, and Stratford-upon-Avon. The school list changes by town cluster before results or inspection grades come into play.
Schools 5 schools
Main places Stratford-on-Avon and Rugby
School mix Mixed
Tests GL
What stands out
Warwickshire has several grammar-school groups rather than one single town-centred list, with Rugby, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Alcester each shaping a different local comparison.
School mix and route
That geography matters because a school can be in the same county but still belong to a very different daily journey and admissions context.
Where they are
Where Warwickshire grammar schools are concentrated
Stratford-on-Avon and Rugby give Warwickshire its main grammar-school shape.
Shared route
The schools here all sit in the West Midlands route, so the shared exam picture is easier to follow than in areas where every school tests differently.
School mix
The area includes boys' schools, girls' schools, and one co-ed option.
Admissions
Distance and catchment rules matter at every school here. These schools are very competitive.
Stratford-on-Avon
Stratford-on-Avon has 3 grammar schools, including King Edward VI School, Stratford Girls' Grammar School, and Alcester Grammar School, with boys', girls', and co-ed options.
Rugby
Rugby is a two-school cluster through Lawrence Sheriff School and Rugby High School. Together they provide both boys' and girls' schools.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where are Warwickshire grammar schools mainly based?
Warwickshire grammar schools are mainly grouped around Rugby, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Alcester, with each local area creating a different practical comparison.
Does Warwickshire have both boys' and girls' grammar schools?
Yes. Lawrence Sheriff School and King Edward VI School are boys' schools, Rugby High School and Stratford Girls' Grammar School are girls' schools, and Alcester Grammar School is co-educational.
How does Rugby differ from the Stratford and Alcester side of Warwickshire?
Rugby has Lawrence Sheriff School and Rugby High School. The Stratford and Alcester side includes King Edward VI School, Stratford Girls' Grammar School, and Alcester Grammar School.
Are all Warwickshire grammar schools in one compact town cluster?
No. The Warwickshire group covers several towns, so the county page brings together schools that can feel like separate local decisions in practice.