Best Schools in Garissa County

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Several schools in Garissa County have been recognized for their strong performance in the KCSE exams, with some notable examples including Garissa High School, Hulugho Girls Secondary School, and Gedi Secondary School. These schools, along with others like Horizon High School, have demonstrated resilience and academic success despite facing various challenges, including security concerns in some areas.

Here’s a more detailed look at some of the top performing schools in Garissa County:

Garissa High School:

This school is often cited as a top performer in the county, with a strong reputation for academic excellence and producing successful individuals in various fields.
Hulugho Girls Secondary School:

Located near the volatile Kenya-Somalia border, this school has consistently achieved strong results, showcasing the potential of students in challenging environments.
Gedi Secondary School:

Situated in the Dadaab refugee camp, Gedi Secondary has also earned recognition for its performance in the KCSE exams, with a significant number of students achieving good grades.
Horizon High School:

This school has also been highlighted for its strong performance in the KCSE, particularly in the context of its location and the opportunities it provides for students.

It’s worth noting that Garissa County has a number of other schools, both public and private, that are also working to improve educational outcomes and contribute to the overall development of the region.

Top National Schools in Garissa County

Garissa High School: A national school that performed well in the 2019 KCSE, with the top student, Ahmed Issack, scoring an A- (minus) of 75 points
Al Azar High School: Ranked among the top-performing schools in Garissa County

Top County Schools Top National Schools in Garissa County

Muzdalifa Integrated Girls High School: A girls’ school with a strong focus on academics
Shurie Secondary School: A boys’ school with a good reputation
Yusuf Haji Girls Secondary School: A girls’ school known for its academic excellence
Dertu Girls Secondary School: Ranked among the top-performing schools in Garissa County

Top Private Primary Schools in Garissa County

St Peter’s ACK Academy*: The best primary school in Garissa County.
Abu Abuyda Academy Primary School: Provides quality education and holistic development
Al-Hakim Academy Primary School: Focuses on education excellence for primary students
Al-Ibrahim Academy Primary School: Offers quality education and holistic development

Other Notable Top Schools

Iftin Secondary School: A girls’ school with a good reputation
Gedi High School: Ranked among the top-performing schools in Garissa County
Dadaab Secondary School: A mixed boarding school with a strong focus on academics

NATIONAL SENIOR SCHOOLS IN GARISSA COUNTY

SCHOOL NAME	GENDER	COUNTY	SUB COUNTY	UIC/ NEMIS CODE	KNEC CODE
GARISSA HIGH	BOYS	GARISSA	GARISSA	5G35	45800001
GARISSA SPECIAL SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF	Mixed	GARISSA	GARISSA	8UDT	45801143
NEP GIRLS HIGH	GIRLS	GARISSA	GARISSA	274N	45800002

EXTRA-COUNTY SENIOR SCHOOLS IN GARISSA COUNTY

SCHOOL NAME	GENDER	COUNTY	SUB COUNTY	UIC/ NEMIS CODE	KNEC CODE
FAFI GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	BURA EAST	8MF6	45827102
COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	GARISSA	R7PQ	45801103
SAKA GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	SANKURI	258X	45839102
SANKURI SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	SANKURI	AA9N	45839101

COUNTY SENIOR SCHOOLS IN GARISSA COUNTY

SCHOOL NAME	GENDER	COUNTY	SUB COUNTY	UIC/ NEMIS CODE	KNEC CODE
BALAMBALA SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	BALAMBALA	WH5G	45816101
BENANE SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	BENANEY	B4LM	45826101
BURA SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	BURA EAST	ACLK	45827101
NANIGHI SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	BURA EAST	R523	45827103
DADAAB SECONDARY SCHOOL	MIXED	GARISSA	DADAAB	ES4E	45815101
DERTU GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	DADAAB	TTDB	45815301
ALINJUGUR SECONDARY SCHOOL	Mixed	GARISSA	FAFI	HRXE	45806202
HULUGHO BOYS’ SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	HULUGHO	94ER	45821101
HULUGHO GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	HULUGHO	Y7R6	45821102
SHURIE SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	IJARA	K4SD	45804101
YUSSUF HAJI GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	IJARA	527H	45804102
MODOGASHE SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	LAGDERA	34ZC	45805101
KULAN SECONDARY SCHOOL	Mixed	GARISSA	LIBOI	GA6P	45828101

SUB-COUNTY SENIOR SCHOOLS IN GARISSA COUNTY

SCHOOL NAME	GENDER	COUNTY	SUB COUNTY	UIC/ NEMIS CODE	KNEC CODE
DANYERE MIXED DAY AND BOARDING SECONDARY SCHOOL	Mixed	GARISSA	BALAMBALA	9WAN	45816106
RAHOLE GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	BALAMBALA	5JSQ	45816105
BOTHAI SECONDARY SCHOOL	MIXED	GARISSA	BOTHAI	UTDT	45838101
GALMAGALA MIXED BOARDING SECONDARY SCHOOL	mixed	GARISSA	BURA EAST	H4D9	45827301
SHILL SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	BURA EAST	RLQF	45827104
HAJI IDRIS GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	DADAAB	6ZGT	45815108
BOREHOLE 5 MIXED BOARDING SECONDARY SCHOOL	Mixed	GARISSA	FAFI	5PDS	45806210
BOYS TOWN SECONDARY	BOYS	GARISSA	GARISSA	X5XN	45801109
IFTIN GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	GARISSA	9Q5T	45801110
SAMBUL BOYS HIGH SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	GARISSA	8Y8K	45801150
TETU SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	GARISSA	VUP3	45801111
TUMAINI SECONDARY SCHOOL	BOYS	GARISSA	GARISSA	77DS	45801139
UMUSALAMA GIRLS’ SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	GARISSA	YMY4	45801105
YATHRIB GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	GARISSA	7X4U	45801127
SANGAILU SECONDARY SCHOOL	Mixed	GARISSA	HULUGHO	28YR	45821103
COUNTY COUNCIL SECONDARY SCHOOL	mixed	GARISSA	IJARA	NVUR	45804103
IJARA SECONDARY SCHOOL	mixed	GARISSA	IJARA	YUYF	45804201
SOPHIA MIXED SECONDARY SCHOOL	mixed	GARISSA	IJARA	MKCU	45804301
MODOGASHE GIRLS SECONDARY	GIRLS	GARISSA	LAGDERA	PVRW	45805104
DAMAJALE SECONDARY	MIXED	GARISSA	LIBOI	X39X	45828107
LIBOI MIXED SECONDARY	mixed	GARISSA	LIBOI	8XSJ	45828130
SANKURI GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL	GIRLS	GARISSA	SANKURI	TU3E	45839103
AFWEIN SECONDARY SCHOOL	mixed	GARISSA	SHANTABAQ	QQTQ	45829102
SHANTABAQ SEC SCHOOL	mixed	GARISSA	SHANTABAQ	8CFV	45829101

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