How many schools are there in Fife?

There are 159 schools in Fife listed on FindGreatSchools: 133 primary, 18 secondary and 8 special. Each listing links to a full profile with results, leaver destinations and demographics where published.

Which are the top-rated schools in Fife?

Under our composite score, Dunfermline High School is the highest-ranked secondary school in Fife. The score blends attainment, progress and engagement into one A to F grade, weighted by data completeness. Primary and special schools are listed rather than scored.

Why aren't primary schools in Fife ranked?

Because Scotland publishes no per-school primary attainment data, so there is nothing to score them on. Secondary schools in Fife are ranked on the Insight senior phase measures, leaver destinations and progress; primary and special schools are listed A to Z.

The best schools in Fife

Compare 159 schools in Fife on one page: the top-rated secondary schools ranked by Highers and National 5 results and our composite score, plus every primary and special school in the area. Top of the list: Dunfermline High School (secondary).

Local Authority 159 schools

Primary schools

133 primary schools in Fife, listed A to Z. Scotland publishes no per-school primary results, so they are not ranked. Showing the first 6.

The best schools in Fife

Aberdour Primary School

Aberhill Primary School

Anstruther Primary School

Auchtermuchty Primary School

Auchtertool Primary School

Balcurvie Primary School

Dunfermline High School

St Columba's R C High School

Madras College

Waid Academy

Glenrothes High School

Queen Anne High School

Calaiswood School

Hyndhead School

John Fergus School

Kilmaron School

Pupil Support Service - Central Area

Pupil Support Service - East and Levenmouth Area

Schools in Fife: common questions

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