Choosing a high school is more than just picking the nearest one—it’s about finding the right environment where your teen can learn, grow, and thrive. Clarington is home to a range of high schools, including public and Catholic options, as well as schools that offer specialized programs to match different interests and learning styles.
In this guide, you’ll find a breakdown of top-rated high schools across Clarington—spanning communities like Bowmanville, Courtice, and Newcastle. We’ve included Fraser Institute rankings for academic insight, along with school profiles and direct links to help you explore your options with confidence.
Here are all the high schools in a table with highest to lowest ranking and scores for 2022-23:
High School Information and Websites in Alphabetical Order:
Bowmanville High School – Public School
- Address: 49 Liberty Street North, Bowmanville, ON, L1C 2L8
- Phone: 905-623-4416
- Website: https://www.kprschools.ca/bowmanvillehigh
- Special Needs % = 19.4
- OSSLT Count = 396
Clarington Central Secondary School – Public School
- Address: 200 Clarington Blvd, Bowmanville, ON, L1C 5N8
- Phone: 905-697-9857
- Website: https://www.kprschools.ca/claringtoncentral
- Special Needs % = 22.7
- OSSLT Count = 339
Clarke High School – Public School
- Address: 3425 Hwy 35/115, R.R #8, Newcastle ON, L1B 1L9
- Phone: 905-987-4771
- Website: https://www.kprschools.ca/clarke
- Special Needs % = 45.7
- OSSLT Count = 35
Courtice Secondary School – Public School
- Address: 1717 Nash Road, Courtice ON, L1E 2L8
- Phone: 905-436-2074
- Website: https://www.kprschools.ca/courticesecondary
- Special Needs % = 26.5
- OSSLT Count = 275
Holy Trinity Secondary School – Catholic School
- Address: 2260 Courtice Road, Courtice ON, L1E 2M8
- Phone: 905-404-9372
- Website: https://www.htcss.ca
- Special Needs % = 14.9
- OSSLT Count = 202
St Stephens Secondary School – Catholic School
- Address: 300 Scugog Street, Bowmanville, ON, L1C 6Y8
- Phone: 905-623-9991
- Website: https://www.sscss.ca
- Special Needs % = 21.8
- OSSLT Count = 426
Clarington’s high schools offer diverse programs, welcoming communities, and opportunities that go far beyond academics. Whether your teen is focused on university preparation, trades, the arts, or athletics, there’s a school in Clarington that can support their goals and help them succeed.
We hope this guide has helped you feel more informed and confident as you navigate your choices. And if you’re ever looking for a local perspective or need help connecting with a specific school, we’re always here to help.
