How many schools are there in Newry, Mourne and Down?

There are 120 schools in Newry, Mourne and Down listed on FindGreatSchools: 95 primary, 22 secondary and 3 special. Each listing links to a full profile with results, attendance and demographics where published.

Which are the top-rated schools in Newry, Mourne and Down?

Under our composite score, Down High School is the highest-ranked secondary school in Newry, Mourne and Down. The score blends attainment 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 Newry, Mourne and Down ranked?

Because Northern Ireland publishes no per-school primary attainment data, so there is nothing to score them on. Secondary schools in Newry, Mourne and Down are ranked on GCSE results and attendance; primary and special schools are listed A to Z.

The best schools in Newry, Mourne and Down

Compare 120 schools in Newry, Mourne and Down on one page: the top-rated secondary schools ranked by GCSE results and our composite score, plus every primary and special school in the area. Top of the list: Down High School (secondary).

Local Authority 120 schools

Primary schools

95 primary schools in Newry, Mourne and Down, listed A to Z. Northern Ireland publishes no per-school primary results, so they are not ranked. Showing the first 6.

The best schools in Newry, Mourne and Down

Academy Primary School, Ballynahinch

All Children'S Integrated Primary School, Newcastle

Annalong Primary School, Newry

Annsborough Integrated Primary School, Castlewellan

Ballyholland Primary School, Newry

Ballynahinch Primary School

Down High School

Sacred Heart Grammar School, Newry

Assumption Grammar School, Ballynahinch

St Colman'S College - Newry

Our Lady'S Grammar School, Newry

Abbey Christian Brothers Grammar, Newry

Ardmore House School

Knockevin School

Rathore School

Schools in Newry, Mourne and Down: common questions

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