List of category B schools in Ghana in their respective locations

List of category B schools in Ghana in their respective locations

Schools in Ghana are grouped into seven different categories: A, B, C, D, E, F, and G. Categories A, B, C, and D fall under public and government institutions, E being Public Technical/vocational institutions, while F and G are private senior high schools and vocational institutions. Schools are categorised according to their facilities, population, and academic performance. Discover category B schools in Ghana and their locations.

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Category B schools in Ghana are part of the Senior High School (SHS) classification system used by the Ghana Education Service (GES). Photo: Epicurean
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Different categories of learning facilities in Ghana differ based on a learner's age and performance, among other factors. The first stage is usually Junior High School (JHS), followed by Senior High School (SHS), and later college or vocational training institutions. Here is a list of some of the popular Category B schools in Ghana to consider.

Best Category B schools in Ghana

Category B schools are known to offer quality education and training to learners. However, it is advisable to conduct a quick search about these learning institutions and their programs to make an informed decision.

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Category B in Accra

Which schools are in category B in Accra? Here is a list of top 10 Category B schools in Ghana (Accra) and their locations.

Category B Schools

Location

Ada SHS

Ada- Foah

Odorgonno Senior High School

Awoshie

Ghanata SHS

Dodowa

Labone SHS

Labone

Nungua SHS

Nungua

Ningo Senior High Technical

Old Ningo

Chemu Senior High Technical

Tema Community 4

Our Lady of Mercy SHS

Tema Community 4

St. John's Grammer SHS

Achiomota

West Africa SHS

Adanta

St. Margaret Mary Senior High

Dansoman

Wesley Grammar SHS

Dansoman

Sacred Heart Technical Institute

James Town

Accra SHS

Asylum Down

Category B schools in Kumasi

What are the famous category B schools in Kumasi? Here are some of the best Senior High Schools in the Ashanti Region.

Category B Schools

Location

Al-Zariya Islamic Senior High

Old Tafo, Kumasi

Aduman Senior High

Aduman

Agona Senior High Technical

Agona

Anglican Senior High

Asem, Kumasi

Bompata Presby Senior High

Bompata

Bosome Senior High Technical

Asiwa

Bankoman Senior High

Banko

Bekwai S.D.A. Senior High

Bekwai

Collins Senior High

Toase

Dwamena Akenten Senior High

Offinso

Denyaseman Catholic Senior High

Poano

Jachie Pramso Senior High

Jachie Pramso

Konadu Yiadom Catholic Senior High

Asamang

Kwabre Senior High

Akuma

Nurul Ameen Islamic Senior High

Asewase

Osei Kyeretwie Senior High

Old Tafo

St. Mary's Girls Senior High

Konongo

Tweneboa Koduo Senior High

Kumawu

Wesley Senior High

Konogo

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Category B schools in Central Region

There are 23 Category B schools in the Central Region. The region is known for its many top mixed SHS schools in Ghana. The list below has all the learning facilities and where they are based.

Category B schools

Location

Academy of Christ the King

Cape Coast

Adankwaman Senior High

Assin Darmang

Aggrey Memorial A.M.E Zion Senior High

Cape Coast

Apam Senior High

Apam

Awutu Wintom Senior High

Awutu

Boa- Amponsem Senior High

Dunkwa-On-Offin

Breman Asikuma Senior High

Central Region

Diaso Senior High

Diaso

Edinaman Senior High

Elmina, Cape Coast

Enyan-Abaasa Technical Institute

Enyan-Abaasa

Ghana National College

Cape Coast

Methodist High School

Saltpond

Mozano Senior High

Mozano

Nyakrom Senior High Technical

Nyakrom

Odomaseman Senior High School

Odomase

Prampram Senior High

PramPram

Siddiq Senior High

Agona Nyakrom

Swedru Senior High

Swedru

T. I. Ahmadiyya Senior High

Esakyir

Twifo Hemang Senior High Technical

Hemang

Twifo Praso Senior High

Twifo Praso

University Practise Senior High

Cape Coast

Winneba Senior High

Winneba

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Category B schools in Western Region

The Western Region has 23 Category B schools. Here is a list of some of the Category B technical schools and SHS schools in Ghana.

Category B schools

Location

Adiembra Senior High

Sekodi-Takoradi

Ahantaman Girls' Senior High

Sekondi-Ketan

Amenfiman Senior High

Wasa Akropong

Asawinso Senior High

Asawinso

Benso Senior High Technical

Benso

Bompeh Senior High Technical

Takoradi

Daboase Senior High Technical

Dabaose

Esiama Senior High Technical

Esiamo

Ghana Muslim Mission Senior High

Beposa

Half Assini Senior High

Half Assini

New Juaben Senior High

Koforidua

Nsein Senior High

Nsein-Axim

Oti Boateng Senior High

Ada-Koforidua

Pentecost Senior High

Koforidua

Sefwi Bekwai Senior High

Sefwi Bekwai

Sefwi-Wiaswo Senior High

Sefwi Wiaswo

Sefwi-Wiaswo Senior High Technical

Sefwi Wiaswo

Shama Senior High

Shama

St. Joseph Senior High

Sefwi Wiaswo

S.D.A Senior High

Asokore-Koforidua

St. Mary's Boys Senior High

Apowa

Tarkwa Senior High

Tarkwa

Category B schools in Northern Region

The Northern Region has three category B schools. Here is the list with their respective locations.

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Category B schools

Location

Kalpohin Senior High

Tamale

St. Joseph's Technical Institute

Saboba

Yendi Senior High

Yendi

Category B schools in Western North Region

Four learning institutions are located in this region. Here is a list of these centres and their locations.

Category B schools

Location

Akontombra Senior High

Akontombra

Bia Senior High Technical

Debiso Essiam

Bodi Senior High

Bodi

Dadieso Senior High

Dadieso

Sefwi Bekwai Senior High

Sefwi Bekwai

Sefwi-Wiawso Senior High

Sefwi Wiawso

Sefwi-Wiawso SHTS

Sefwi Wiawso

St. Joseph Senior High, Sefwi Wiawso

Sefwi Wiawso

Asawinso Senior High

Asawinso

Category B schools in Upper East Region

The Upper East Region has four category B centres of education. Here is the list of the schools in the region.

Category B schools

Location in the Upper East Region

Bawku Senior High

Bawku

T. I. Alhmadiyya Senior High

Wa

Wa Senior High

Wa

Zebilla Senior High Technical

Zebilla

Category B schools in Upper West Region

There are five Category B schools in the Upper West Region. Here is a list of four popular ones and where they are located.

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Category B school

Location

Kanton Senior High

Tumu

Lassie-Toulu Senior High

Lassie

Queen of Peace Senior High

Nadowli

St. Basilides Vocational and Technical Institute

Kaleo

Category B schools in Oti Region

Before transforming to Senior High school, candidates are required to select their SHS from the seven categories based on their performance. Bueman Senior High is one of the best category B SHS in Ghana from this region.

Category B schools

Location in Oti Region

Bueman Senior High

Jasikan

Okadjakrom Senior High Technical

Okadjakrom

Category B schools in Volta Region

Some SHS perform better than others regardless of the categories, for example, The Aggrey Memorial Senior High. What category is Aggrey Memorial SHS? It is a Category B Senior High School whose students' academic performance has always been high compared to others.

Category B schools

Location

Abutia Senior High Technical

Abutia

Agate Community Senior High

Agate

Akwamuman Senior High

Atimpoku-Akasombo

Anlo Senior High

Anloga

Awudome Senior High

Tsito

Baglo Ridge Senior High Technical

Baglo

Comboni Technical and Vocational Institute

Sogakope

E.P.C. Mawuko Girls Senior High

Ho

Have Technical Institute

Have

Keta Senior High Technical

Keta

Kpando Senior High

Kpando

Peki Senior High

Peki

Sogakope Senior High

Sogakope

Tanyigbe Senior High

Tanyigbe

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What is a Category B School in Ghana?

Category B schools in Ghana are generally considered mid-range in terms of resources, facilities, and academic performance. These schools are typically well-equipped but may not have the extensive resources found in category A schools.

Is Ghana National College an A or B School?

Ghana National College is a Category A school located in Cape Coast. It is known for its high academic standards, excellent facilities, and strong emphasis on extracurricular activities.

What are Category D Schools in Ghana?

Category D schools in Ghana are typically the least resourced and often located in rural or less urbanized areas. These schools might face challenges such as inadequate infrastructure and limited teaching materials.

What are the top 20 Senior High Schools in Ghana?

The top 20 senior high schools in Ghana are often recognized for their strong academic performance, excellent facilities, and successful alumni. These schools include:

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  • Wesley Girls' High School
  • Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School (PRESEC)
  • Achimota School
  • Adisadel College
  • St. Augustine's College
  • Opoku Ware School
  • Mfantsipim School
  • Holy Child School
  • Prempeh College
  • Aburi Girls' Secondary School
  • St. Peter's Boys' Secondary School
  • Accra Academy
  • St. Louis Senior High School
  • Keta Senior High Technical School
  • Ghana National College
  • Pope John Senior High School
  • Tamale Senior High School
  • Anglican Senior High School
  • Labone Senior High School
  • Mawuli School

Education is a crucial necessity for an individual's healthy growth and development. Therefore, choosing where to get education and guidance with sufficient knowledge is important based on an individual's needs and educational level. The above category B schools in Ghana are a great start.

The list of best schools in Ghana is updated yearly by the Ghana Education Service and is an excellent resource for students, parents, and teachers. Yen.com.gh has published an article listing over 100 best Senior High Schools in Ghana that are up to WAEC standards.

The schools you attend can impact your academic journey and experience. One key influence should be a school's track record of excellence over the years. The West African Examination Centre has ensured that the region's Curriculum standards have remained relevant and competitive with those of the other areas.

Source: YEN.com.gh

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