The Best Schools In Brechin Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Brechin. These top schools near Brechin are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

Mearns Academy

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Our number one ranked school in Brechin based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Mearns Academy.

Pupils
677
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
State
2

Arbroath High School

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Arbroath High School is ranked second in Brechin based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
895
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
State
3

Montrose Academy

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At number 3 in the best schools in Brechin based on our authoritative ranking is Montrose Academy.

Pupils
878
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
State
4

Brechin High School

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The school ranked at number four in our Brechin league table is Brechin High School based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
534
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
State
5

Forfar Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Brechin based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Forfar Academy.

Pupils
1015
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
State

Top 5 best performing schools in Brechin and their catchment areas in Brechin ranked by School Guide in 2026

  • Mearns Academy
  • Arbroath High School
  • Montrose Academy
  • Brechin High School
  • Forfar Academy

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