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Discover Ghana’s top-performing SHS science programs in 2025, ranked by curriculum alignment, WASSCE results, infrastructure, and STEM impact.

1. Presbyterian Boys’ SHS (Presec-Legon) – Greater Accra Region

Student Capacity (Science): 1,200+
WASSCE Science Distinction Rate (2024): 94%
Curriculum Integration: Offers advanced biology, chemistry, physics & elective math in sync with new GES STEM modules.
Lab Infrastructure: Modern physics and chemistry labs, robotics & AI research hub.
Notable Impact: Winners of the NSMQ 2024 and multiple global science fairs.

2. Achimota School – Greater Accra Region

Student Capacity: 800+
WASSCE Distinction Rate: 91%
Special Features: Offers electives like environmental science and practical agricultural science.
Infrastructure: Well-equipped science block, Greenhouse science lab, digital smart boards.
Impact: Participates in International Science Olympiads; strong in sustainability projects.

3. Wesley Girls’ High School – Cape Coast, Central Region

Student Capacity: 700+
Distinction Rate: 89%
Gender Empowerment: All-girls school promoting women in STEM.
Curriculum Enrichment: Enforces digital STEM learning using smart lab tech.
Impact: UNESCO STEM Girls’ Club partner; multiple GES science challenge winners.

4. Opoku Ware School – Kumasi, Ashanti Region

Student Capacity: 900+
WASSCE Distinction Rate: 90%
STEM Culture: Tech-based problem-solving is part of core science curriculum.
Facilities: Dual-level science labs and electronics engineering hub.
Recognition: Regional champion in robotics competitions.

5. St. Peter’s SHS – Nkwatia, Eastern Region

Student Capacity: 650+
Performance: 88% Distinction Rate
Curriculum Link: Offers applied chemistry, forensic science modules.
Facilities: Upgraded science complex funded under Free SHS initiatives.
STEM Footprint: Leads in community-based STEM health projects.

6. Holy Child School – Cape Coast, Central Region

Student Capacity: 600+
Gender-Focused STEM: Second all-girls school in top rankings.
Infrastructure: Digital biology lab, virtual dissection tech, smart sensors.
Curriculum Fit: Promotes inquiry-based science education.
Impact: Trains girls for the annual Girls-in-STEM national contest.

7. Prempeh College – Kumasi, Ashanti Region

Student Strength: 1,000+
WASSCE Performance: 85% science distinction
Curriculum Update: Offers robotics, mechatronics, and AI modules.
Infrastructure: 3D printers, drone simulation labs, and full science complex.
Highlights: NSMQ 2023 Champions; won international robotics contests.

8. Aburi Girls’ SHS – Eastern Region

Capacity: 650+
New Additions: Climate science and genetics modules.
Digital Learning: Part of UNESCO smart school pilot project.
WASSCE Pass Rate: 86%
Notable Projects: Waste-to-energy innovation by students won ECOWAS grant.

9. Ghana SHS – Koforidua, Eastern Region

Capacity: 700+
Curriculum Strengths: Emphasis on research-based lab tasks.
Facilities: Upgraded STEM Innovation Lab.
WASSCE Science Average: 83%
Impact: Leading school in nationwide climate monitoring pilot.

10. St. Augustine’s College – Cape Coast, Central Region

Student Strength: 850+
Performance Rate: 87%
New Programs: Offers biophysics, science ethics, and nanotechnology awareness courses.
Lab Infrastructure: AI-powered sensors and monitoring tools.
STEM Legacy: Maintains strong alumni network in medicine and engineering.

📌 Ranking Criteria:

WASSCE Science Distinction Rate (2024/2025)
Infrastructure (Labs, Tech-Enabled Tools)
Alignment with GES Revised STEM Curriculum
Student Capacity in Science Track
National and International Science Competitions
Female Representation in Science (where applicable)
Innovations, Patents, or Unique Projects

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