Explore the Top 10 Senior High Schools in Ghana for 2023

Explore the Top 10 Senior High Schools in Ghana for 2023

Ferdinand | EducationGhana | April 3 | Explore the Top 10 Senior High Schools in Ghana for 2023

 

Ghana is home to some of the best high schools in the world. With a wealth of educational opportunities, students in Ghana have access to a variety of options when it comes to pursuing their education.

As we look ahead to the class of 2023, we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 high schools in Ghana for the upcoming year. Read on to find out more about the top 10 high schools in Ghana for 2023.

High school is a vital phase of every student’s life. It is the period when the students decide their career paths and develop their skills for the future.

Therefore, students need to choose the right school for their academic and professional growth. With this in mind, here is a list of the top 10 senior high schools in Ghana for the 2022 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

Historical Overview

The history of senior high schools in Ghana dates back to 1988, when the first senior high school was established in Accra. Since then, the number of senior high schools in the country has grown significantly, with many new schools being established in both rural and urban areas. The introduction of the free senior high school system in 2017 has helped to make high school education more accessible to many students, and has resulted in an even greater number of students enrolling in senior high schools.

Evaluation Criteria

When ranking Ghana’s top senior high schools, several criteria must be taken into account. These include the academic performance of the school, the quality of teaching and learning, the extracurricular activities offered, and the overall school environment. Additionally, the school’s reputation and the quality of its alumni can also be taken into consideration.

Ranking Methodology

Ghana is a fast-developing nation in West Africa. It is well-known for its diverse culture and its commitment to education. With a strong economy, high literacy rate, and a range of educational opportunities, Ghana is an ideal place to pursue secondary education.

The country has several well-regarded high schools, each offering a unique educational experience. As we look ahead to the class of 2023, here are the top 10 high schools in Ghana.

To rank the top senior high schools in Ghana, a comprehensive evaluation process was undertaken. This process included a review of the school’s academic performance, the quality of teaching and learning, the extracurricular activities offered, and the overall school environment.

Additionally, the school’s reputation and the quality of its alumni were also taken into consideration. The evaluation process was then used to create a ranking of the top 10 senior high schools in Ghana.

The rankings are also based on the performance of the schools in the 2022 WASSCE. The rankings are based on the average score of the students in the school in the exams. The score is an average of the best six subjects of the students in the school. The higher the average score, the higher the ranking of the school.

St James Seminary Senior High though not on the top 10, has been very consistent in the WASSCE PERFORMANCES. St James performed exceptionally well in the last examination. With an average performance of 98.8%, it proved to be the best school in the country. IN THE 2022 WASSCE.

The schools below have the best academic facilities, co-curricular activities, and facilities, consistent in their performances in the WASSCE over the years and also in ten National Science and Maths Quiz.

Top 10 Senior High Schools in Ghana for 2023

  1. Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School, Legon Accra
  2. Achimota School
  3. Ghana National College
  4. St. Augustine’s College
  5. Prempeh College
  6. Adisadel College
  7. Mfantsipim School
  8. Wesley Girls’ High School
  9. St. Mary’s Senior High School
  10. Pope John Senior High School

1. Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School, Legon Accra

Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School is a co-educational institution located in the capital city of Accra. It is one of the oldest schools in Ghana and was established in 1922. It is a highly sought-after school due to its excellent academic performance and extracurricular activities. In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 83.2%, making it the top school in Ghana. In 2022, the school won the prestigious National Science and Maths quiz and has its students making a massive impact in the 2022 West African Senior School Certificate Examination..The secondary boarding school for boys located in Legon, Accra Legon, also made it to the list with its 78.08% average pass rate in WAASCE 2022.

LEGON PRSEC has the most modern equipment for Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education with huge support from old students.

Presbyterian Boys’ Senior School is reportedly one of the biggest senior high schools in the country. The all-boys school, popularly referred to as PRESEC was founded in 1938 by the Presbyterian Church of Ghana. Presently, the institution of learning boasts about 3,000 students.

 

2 Achimota School

Achimota School is also located in Accra and is one of the most prestigious schools in the country. It was founded in 1924 and has been consistently ranked among the top schools in the country. In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 82.9%, making it the second-best school in the country.

3 Ghana National College

Ghana National College is a co-educational school located in Cape Coast. It was established in 1932 and is one of the oldest schools in the country. It has been consistently ranked among the top schools in Ghana due to its excellent academic performance. In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 82.3%, making it the third-best school in the country.

4 St. Augustine’s College

St. Augustine’s College is a prestigious all-boys school located in Cape Coast. It was established in 1925 and has been consistently ranked among the top schools in the country. In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 81.7%, making it the fourth-best school in the country.

The all-male academic institution in Cape Coast that started at Amissano, a village near Elmina, in 1930, also made it to the list of the best educational institutions in the country. Based on the WAEC rating, it has an 83.06% average success rate in 2022 WASSCE.

5 Prempeh College

Prempeh College is a prestigious all-boys school located in Kumasi. It was established in 1949 and has been consistently ranked among the top schools in the country.

In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 81.4%, making it the fifth-best school in the country. Although the college is a public secondary boarding school for boys in Kumasi, it has a good learning environment and equipped trainers. This is evident in the 76.63% average pass rate it recorded in the 2022 WASSCE

6 Adisadel College

Adisadel College is a prestigious all-boys school located in Cape Coast. It was established in 1910 and has been consistently ranked among the top schools in the country. In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 80.2%, making it the sixth-best school in the country.

7 Mfantsipim School

Mfantsipim School is a prestigious all-boys school located in Cape Coast. It was established in 1876 and has been consistently ranked among the top schools in the country. In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 79.7%, making it the seventh-best school in the country.

Mfantsipim is an all-boys boarding secondary school in Cape Coast. In the last examination, it had an average pass rate of 79.03%. IN 2022 WASSCE HAS BEEN CONSISTENT IN ITS ACADEMIC LAURELS OVER THE YEARS.

8 Wesley Girls’ High School

Wesley Girls’ High School is a prestigious all-girls school located in Cape Coast. It was established in 1834 and has been consistently ranked among the top schools in the country. In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 79.6%, making it the eighth-best school in the country.

 

Wesely Girls High School leads other all-girls schools located in the country. The educational institution is in Cape Coast, the Central Region of Ghana. With its 87.53% average success rate in the 2022 WASSCE, it has proved to be the best all-girls school to send your girls to.

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9 St. Mary’s Senior High School

St. Mary’s Senior High School is a co-educational institution located in Kumasi. It was established in 1954 and has been consistently ranked among the top schools in the country. In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 79.2%, making it the ninth-best school in the country.

10 Pope John Senior High School

Pope John Senior High School is a prestigious all-boys school located in Koforidua. It was established in 1964 and has been consistently ranked among the top schools in the country. In the 2021 WASSCE, the school had an average score of 78.9%, making it the tenth-best school in the country.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Ghana has a wide range of senior high schools, each of which offers its own unique advantages.

The ranking of the top 10 schools in Ghana is based on a comprehensive evaluation process that takes into account the school’s academic performance, the quality of teaching and learning, the extracurricular activities offered, and the overall school environment.

The top 10 schools in Ghana are Adisadel College, Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School, Mfantsipim School, St. Thomas Aquinas Senior High School, Achimota School, Prempeh College, Wesley Girls’ Senior High School, St. Augustine’s College, Pope John Senior High School, and Koforidua Senior High School.

Overall, Ghana has a wide range of senior high schools, each of which offers its unique advantages. By ranking the top 10 schools in Ghana, students and parents can make an informed decision when selecting a school for their child.

This ranking is based on a comprehensive evaluation process that takes into account the school’s academic performance, the quality of teaching and learning, the extracurricular activities offered, and the overall school environment.

The top 10 senior high schools in Ghana for the 2022 WASSCE are Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School, Achimota School, Ghana National College, St. Augustine’s College, Prempeh College, Adisadel College, Mfantsipim School, Wesley Girls’ High School, St. Mary’s Senior High School, and Pope John Senior High School. These schools have consistently performed well in the WASSCE and have been ranked among the top schools in the country.

 

 

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