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Secondary School Ranking in Singapore

Secondary School Ranking in Singapore (Updated based on PSLE Score Range for last year) is a hot topic among parents and students as they prepare for the upcoming academic year.

Choosing the right secondary school is essential for students as it sets the foundation for their future academic and career paths. The score ranges for each school are determined by the PSLE Achievement Levels scoring system.

Secondary School Cut-Off Points for 2026

No. School IP Affil PG3 PG2 PG1
1 Hwa Chong Institution (Secondary) 6M    - - -
2 Nanyang Girls’ High School 6M 8M - - -
3 Raffles Girls’ (Secondary) 6   - - -
4 Raffles Institution (Secondary) 6   - - -
5 Anglo-Chinese (Independent) (Secondary) 7 13 8 - -
6 Catholic High (Secondary) 7M 12 8M - -
7 CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ (Secondary) 7M 14 8M - -
8 Dunman High (Secondary) 8M   - - -
9 Methodist Girls’ (Secondary) 6 17 8 - -
10 National Junior College (Secondary) 8   - - -
11 Singapore Chinese Girls’ 7 17 8 - -
12 St. Joseph’s Institution (Secondary) 7 12 8 - -
13 Temasek Junior College (Secondary) 8   - - -
14 Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) -   9 21 26
Anglo-Chinese (Barker Road) (Affil) -   21 25 28
15 Cedar Girls’ 9   9 - -
16 River Valley High (Secondary) 9M   - - -
17 St. Andrew’s -   9 21 27
St. Andrew’s (Affil) -   22 25 30
18 Victoria 8   9 - -
19 CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) -   10 22 28
CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) (Affil) -   20 25 29
20 Chung Cheng High (Main) -   10M - -
21 Nan Hua High -   10M - -
22 Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ (Secondary) -   10 23 30
Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ (Secondary) (Affil) -   20 25 27
23 Anderson -   11 23 28
24 Bukit Panjang Govt. High -   11 22 26
25 Chung Cheng High (Yishun) -   11 22 27
26 Fairfield Methodist (Secondary) -   11 21 27
Fairfield Methodist (Secondary) (Affil) -   20 25 28
27 Nan Chiau High -   11M - -
28 St. Margaret’s (Secondary) -   11 23 26
St. Margaret’s (Secondary) (Affil) -   20 25 28
29 St. Patrick’s -   11 22 27
St. Patrick’s (Affil) -   20 25 28
30 Swiss Cottage -   11 22 26
31 Temasek -   11 22 26
32 Anglican High -   12 - -
33 Maris Stella High (Secondary) -   12 - -
Maris Stella High (Secondary) (Affil) -   16 - -
34 Ngee Ann -   12 21 26
Ngee Ann (Affil) -   16 25 28
35 Zhonghua -   12 23 27
36 CHIJ St. Theresa’s Convent -   13 24 30
CHIJ St. Theresa’s Convent (Affil) -   20 25 28
37 Clementi Town -   13 23 28
38 Commonwealth -   13 23 28
39 Crescent Girls’ -   13 23 -
40 Fuhua -   13 23 28
41 Presbyterian High -   13 24 28
42 Tanjong Katong Girls’ -   13 23 -
43 Tanjong Katong -   13 23 -
44 Xinmin -   13 23 28
45 Yishun Town -   13 22 27
46 CHIJ Katong Convent -   14 24 30
CHIJ Katong Convent (Affil) -   20 25 28
47 CHIJ St. Joseph’s Convent -   14 23 28
CHIJ St. Joseph’s Convent (Affil) -   20 25 28
48 Dunman -   14 23 27
49 Edgefield -   14 23 27
50 Geylang Methodist (Secondary) -   14 24 30
Geylang Methodist (Secondary) (Affil) -   21 25 28
51 Holy Innocents’ High -   14 24 27
Holy Innocents’ High (Affil) -   22 25 28
52 Hua Yi -   14 23 27
53 Kranji -   14 24 28
54 Pei Hwa -   14 23 27
55 Riverside -   14 23 27
56 St. Hilda’s -   14 23 27
St. Hilda’s (Affil) -   22 25 28
57 Bukit Batok -   15 23 26
58 Evergreen -   15 23 26
59 Gan Eng Seng -   15 24 27
60 Hai Sing Catholic -   15 23 27
61 St. Anthony’s Canossian -   15 24 30
St. Anthony’s Canossian (Affil) -   22 25 29
62 St. Gabriel’s -   15 24 28
St. Gabriel’s (Affil) -   22 25 28
63 Yusof Ishak -   15 22 27
64 Ang Mo Kio -   16 24 28
65 Bedok View -   16 24 28
66 Bowen -   16 24 28
67 Deyi -   16 24 30
68 Greendale -   16 23 27
69 Jurong -   16 24 27
70 Jurong West -   16 24 28
71 Christ Church -   17 23 29
72 Mayflower -   17 24 28
73 Outram -   17 23 26
74 Pasir Ris -   17 23 27
75 Queensway -   17 25 28
76 West Spring -   17 24 27
77 Ahmad Ibrahim -   18 24 28
78 Beatty -   18 25 28
79 Bedok South -   18 25 30
80 Compassvale -   18 24 27
81 Hillgrove -   18 24 27
82 Kent Ridge -   18 24 30
83 North Vista -   18 24 28
84 Pasir Ris Crest -   18 24 30
85 Unity -   18 24 28
86 Yuan Ching -   18 24 28
87 Naval Base -   19 24 27
88 Orchid Park -   19 24 27
89 Punggol -   19 24 27
90 Seng Kang -   19 24 27
91 Tampines -   19 24 27
92 Woodgrove -   19 24 28
93 Bedok Green -   20 25 30
94 Bukit View -   20 24 29
95 Chua Chu Kang -   20 24 28
96 Hougang -   20 24 27
97 Kuo Chuan Presbyterian -   - 23 30
Kuo Chuan Presbyterian (Affil) -   20 25 28
98 New Town -   20 25 30
99 Peicai -   20 25 30
100 Peirce -   20 25 30
101 Serangoon -   20 25 28
102 Yishun -   20 24 27
103 Yuhua -   20 25 28
104 Zhenghua -   20 24 27
105 Bartley -   21 25 30
106 Junyuan -   21 25 28
107 Manjusri -   21 25 30
Manjusri (Affil) -   22 25 28
108 Admiralty -   22 25 29
109 Assumption English -   22 25 29
110 Bendemeer -   22 25 28
111 Boon Lay -   22 25 30
112 Broadrick -   22 25 30
113 Bukit Merah -   22 25 28
114 Canberra -   22 25 29
115 Changkat Changi -   22 25 30
116 Damai -   22 25 30
117 Dunearn -   22 25 29
118 East Spring -   22 25 29
119 Greenridge -   22 25 28
120 Guangyang -   22 25 30
121 Jurongville -   22 25 28
122 Juying -   22 25 30
123 Loyang View -   22 25 30
124 Marsiling -   22 25 27
125 Meridian -   22 25 28
126 Montfort -   22 25 29
Montfort (Affil) -   22 24 28
127 Northbrooks -   22 25 27
128 Northland -   22 25 28
129 Queenstown -   22 25 30
130 Regent -   22 25 30
131 Sembawang -   22 25 29
132 Serangoon Garden -   22 25 30
133 Springfield -   22 25 30
134 Westwood -   22 25 28
135 Whitley -   22 25 30
136 Woodlands Ring -   22 25 29
137 Woodlands -   22 25 28
138 Yio Chu Kang -   22 25 30
139 Yuying -   22 25 29
140 Assumption Pathway -   - - -
141 Crest -   - - -
142 Fuchun -   - - -
143 Northlight -   - - -
144 NUS High of Mathematics and Science -   - - -
145 School of Science and Technology, Singapore -   - - -
146 School of the Arts, Singapore -   - - -
147 Singapore Sports -   - - -
148 Spectra -   - - -

 

When admission is determined by Higher Chinese Language (HCL) results, the cut-off point is indicated with a suffix D, M, or P, representing Distinction, Merit, or Pass respectively.

 

Methodology for Ranking

PSLE Score Range Analysis

The ranking of secondary schools in Singapore is based on the PSLE score range analysis. The score range for each school is calculated based on the Achievement Levels scoring system used for the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE). The score range is then used to determine the cut-off point for each school.

Academic Performance Indicators

The academic performance indicators are also considered when ranking the secondary schools. These indicators include the percentage of students who score A* in their GCE O-Level examinations, the percentage of students who are admitted to local universities, and the percentage of students who are awarded scholarships.

Extracurricular Achievements

Extracurricular achievements are also taken into account when ranking the secondary schools. These achievements include the number of students who participate in sports, music, and other extracurricular activities, as well as the number of awards and accolades received by the school in these areas.

Overall, the methodology for ranking secondary schools in Singapore is based on a combination of PSLE score range analysis, academic performance indicators, and extracurricular achievements. This approach ensures that schools are evaluated based on a comprehensive set of criteria that takes into account both academic and non-academic factors.

Integrated Programme Schools

Integrated Programme (IP) schools offer a six-year programme that combines secondary and junior college education. Here is the list of top sixteen IP schools in Singapore. The following schools have a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for university-level education.

 

Choosing the Right School

Choosing the right secondary school is an important decision for both parents and students. It is essential to consider various factors to ensure that the school aligns with the student's needs and goals. Here are some factors to consider when choosing a secondary school in Singapore.

Factors to Consider

1. Location
The location of the school is an important factor to consider. A school that is closer to home can save time and money on transportation. It also allows students to have more time for extracurricular activities and homework.

2. Academic Programme
The academic program of the school is another important factor to consider. Some schools offer specialised programs such as the Integrated Programme (IP) or the International Baccalaureate (IB). It is essential to research and understand the academic programs offered by the school to ensure that it aligns with the student's interests and goals.

3. School Culture
The school culture is an important factor to consider. It is essential to research and understand the school's culture to ensure that it aligns with the student's values and beliefs. Some schools may have a more competitive or collaborative environment, and it is essential to choose a school that fits the student's personality and learning style.

 

Supporting Your Child's Interests

It is essential to support your child's interests when choosing a secondary school. It is important to choose a school that offers extracurricular activities that align with the student's interests and goals. For example, if your child is interested in sports, it is essential to choose a school that offers a strong sports program.

School Visitation and Open Houses

Visiting the school and attending open houses is an excellent way to learn more about the school. It allows parents and students to meet with teachers and staff and ask questions about the school's academic program, culture, and extracurricular activities. It is essential to take advantage of these opportunities to make an informed decision about the school.

 

Conclusion

While PSLE scores are a factor, remember the best secondary school fit considers your child's strengths and interests. Tutor City, Singapore's top tutoring agency, can help your child excel regardless of their chosen path. Our experienced tutors provide personalised guidance to boost confidence and academic performance, allowing your child to thrive in their secondary school journey.

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