Official List of the Best 500 A-Level Schools In Uganda

When will A-level schools start selecting S5 learners?

On February 20 and 21, 2025, A-level schools across Uganda will begin selecting their learners for Senior Five, following the release of the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) 2024 results. A total of 359,417 candidates sat for the exams, and an impressive 98 per cent, or 350,146 students, passed. The newly implemented lower Secondary Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) introduced a fresh approach to assessing students’ achievements, now grading their level of proficiency in each subject with grades ranging from A to E.

How will A-Level Schools choose their students from 2024 UCE results?

In a statement by the Ministry of Education, it was revealed that schools would follow these grading criteria when selecting students for the Advanced Level (UACE) in Senior Five. According to Uganda National Examinations Board (Uneb) Executive Director Daniel Odong, the placement process will largely reflect the grading system in place. “We carry out selection using those grades. So the template, with some modifications, that we’ve used for placement for UACE will remain the same,” he confirmed.

Top A-Level Schools to Consider in 2025

As schools prepare for the next academic year, it’s worth noting that many of Uganda’s traditional schools, both government-aided and private, have consistently maintained their high performance at the UACE level, with many continuing to dominate the top rankings. You can find the full list of the best A-Level Schools in this PDF.

Some of the schools that stand out as excellent choices for Senior Five include:

• St Mary’s Secondary School Kitende (Wakiso District)
• Mengo Secondary School (Kampala)
• Uganda Martyrs Namugongo (Wakiso District)
• Gombe Secondary School (Butambala District)
• Seeta High School (Mukono)
• King’s College, Budo (Wakiso District)
• Buddo Secondary School (Wakiso District)
• Citizens Secondary School (Ibanda)
• Masaka Secondary School (Masaka District)
• St Joseph’s Secondary School Nagalama (Mukono District)
• St Mark College Namagoma (Kampala District)
• Bishop Cipriano Kihangire Secondary School (Kampala)

These schools have earned their reputation through consistently producing outstanding results, with many of them boasting a long-standing tradition of academic excellence. Whether they are private institutions or government-aided schools, these institutions have established themselves as some of the top choices for students seeking to pursue their Advanced Level studies in Uganda.

Why you need to know the best A-Level Schools in 2025

As the Ministry of Education prepares for the placement of students into Senior Five, prospective learners and parents should keep an eye on these top-performing schools. Whether choosing based on academic performance, reputation, or facilities, these schools offer excellent opportunities for students aiming to excel in their A-level education. Stay updated on selection details and dates to make the best decision for the future of the students.