Best schools in Aberdeenshire
Ranked on leavers with 5 or more awards at National 5 level (SCQF 5) or better (2024-25), from official Scottish Government statistics. Scotland overall: 69%.
“Best” here means highest on this one official measure. It counts awards at each SCQF level across all qualifications, not exam pass rates, and schools serve different communities. Visit, ask questions and check catchment with Aberdeenshire council before deciding. Source: Scottish Government, Schools – Breadth and Depth of Qualifications (Open Government Licence).