Top 100 Senior High School Rankings, 2024 – See Full List

The 2024 EN Analytics Top 100 Senior High School Rankings for the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) provide an insightful analysis of the best-performing schools in Ghana.

This ranking, recognized nationally and globally, serves as a crucial reference for students, parents, and educational institutions.

It highlights the schools that have consistently excelled in science and mathematics, reflecting their commitment to academic excellence and competitive performance.

Understanding the 2024 Rankings

The 2024 edition of the rankings is based on data from 229 senior high schools across Ghana’s 16 regions.

The methodology considers:

• A school’s final position in the NSMQ at the national level.
• The category of the school, as classified by the Ghana Education Service (GES).
• A school’s cumulative performance over the past 12 years.

This year’s update ensures that any school qualifying for the national competition is automatically included in the ranking, enhancing inclusivity and accuracy.

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Top 10 Senior High Schools in 2024

Here are the top 10 schools based on their NSMQ performance:

Key Highlights from the 2024 Rankings

1. Mfantsipim School’s Historic Victory

Mfantsipim School’s exceptional performance in the NSMQ saw them strategically dominate their opponents in the riddle segment, leading to their victory.

Their journey included defeating powerhouses like Prempeh College and Presec-Legon.

2. St. Augustine’s College’s Breakthrough

For the first time since the ranking’s inception, St. Augustine’s College secured a top 10 position nationally, ranking 8th overall and 3rd in the Central Region.

3. Central Region’s Dominance

The Central Region outperformed all others, with six schools reaching the quarter-finals, four making it to the semi-finals, and two schools—Mfantsipim and St. Augustine’s—competing in the finals.

4. Apam SHS’s Impressive Climb

Apam SHS recorded the most significant ranking jump, moving up 19 places from 71st in 2023 to 52nd in 2024.

Other notable climbers include Mpraeso SHS (84th to 70th) and St. John’s School, Sekondi (65th to 52nd).

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Regional Disparities

The rankings also reveal disparities in infrastructure and facilities across regions.

Schools in newly created regions—Ahafo, North East, Savannah, and Western North—are yet to make it into the top 100, indicating a need for improved science and math education facilities in these areas.

Ranking Methodology

Competition Points System

• Schools earn points based on the final stage they reach in the NSMQ.
• Points assigned are independent of actual contest scores.
• Schools failing to qualify for the national competition receive zero points.

Category Points

• Non-Category A schools receive additional points if they advance beyond the One-Eighth stage.
• Category B, C, and F schools must reach at least the Quarter-Finals to earn extra points, compensating for their limited science infrastructure.

Tiebreaker Rules

• If two schools have the same points, the one with more NSMQ championships ranks higher.
• If neither school has won before, they are jointly ranked.

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Regional Rankings

In addition to the national rankings, EN Analytics provides region-specific rankings to highlight top-performing schools at the regional level.

Below are the top-ranked schools in major regions:

• Ashanti Region: Prempeh College
• Central Region: Adisadel College
• Eastern Region: St. Peter’s SHS
• Greater Accra Region: Presec-Legon
• Volta Region: Keta SHTS
• Western Region: G.S.T.S, Takoradi
• Northern Region: Tamale SHS
• Upper East Region: Notre Dame Seminary SHS, Navrongo
• Upper West Region: St. Francis Xavier Jnr. Seminary, Wa

Full List

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Conclusion

The 2024 EN Analytics rankings reaffirm the excellence of Ghana’s top senior high schools in science and mathematics. With new updates to the methodology, the rankings are more inclusive, ensuring fair representation of all schools that qualify for the NSMQ.

While traditional powerhouses continue to dominate, rising schools like Apam SHS and Mpraeso SHS signal a shift in Ghana’s academic landscape.

The disparities in regional representation also highlight the need for further investment in science and math education across the country.

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For students, parents, and educators, these rankings serve as a valuable guide in selecting schools that offer the best preparation in STEM education.