Category A schools in Greater Accra are the most competitive and top-performing senior high schools in the region, used for placement under the Computerized School Selection and Placement System. Popular examples include Accra Academy, Achimota School, and Wesley Girls’ High School.
Download full SHS category list PDFOverview of Category A Schools in Greater Accra
Category A schools in Greater Accra are known for:
- High academic performance
- Strong discipline systems
- Competitive admission process
- Excellent facilities
Placement is managed by the Computerized School Selection and Placement System based on BECE results and school choices.
Full List of Category A Schools in Greater Accra (2026)
Boys’ Schools
- Accra Academy
- Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School
- St. Thomas Aquinas Senior High School
- Accra High School
Girls’ Schools
- Wesley Girls’ High School (often included in top national category lists)
- St. Mary’s Senior High School
- Holy Child Senior High School
Mixed Schools
- Achimota School
- Presbyterian Senior High School
- Labone Senior High School
- Odorgonno Senior High School
Admission into Category A Schools
Admission depends on:
- BECE performance
- School selection choices
- Available vacancies
👉 Managed by the Computerized School Selection and Placement System.
Why Category A Schools Are Important
- High university admission rates
- Strong academic reputation
- Better learning environment
- Strong alumni networks
How to Choose the Right School
- ✔ Match your BECE performance with school category
- ✔ Consider location (day vs boarding)
- ✔ Check available programs
👉 Next step: 👉 Download Now: 2026 BECE SHS School Selection Form PDF
Education
Placement Into SHS (CSSPS Guide)
Placement is done by the Computerized School Selection and Placement System based on:
- BECE results
- School choices
- Available spaces
👉 After selection, check 👉 Check Placement: 2026 CSSPS Portal Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which schools are in Category A in Accra?
Category A schools in Accra include top-performing and highly competitive institutions such as Achimota School, Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC Legon), Accra Academy, St. Mary’s Senior High School, Wesley Grammar School, Labone SHS, and West Africa Senior High School.
Q2. What makes a school a Category A?
A Category A school is classified based on high academic performance, strong WASSCE results, good infrastructure, high demand during placement, and national reputation. These schools are usually fully residential or well-equipped and highly competitive for admission.
Q3. Is Ghana National A Category A or B?
Ghana National College is generally classified as a Category A school due to its strong academic performance and national reputation, though placement categories can vary slightly by year and regional classification updates.
Q4. Which schools are in Category C in Accra?
Category C schools in Accra include less competitive and developing schools such as Amasaman SHS, Ngleshie Amanfro SHS, Chorkor Community Day SHS, Teshie Presby SHS, Kaneshie Secondary Technical School, and some newly upgraded community schools.
Q5. What are the B schools in Accra?
Category B schools in Accra include mid-tier senior high schools such as St. Thomas Aquinas SHS, Our Lady of Mercy SHS (OLAM), Osu Presbyterian SHS, Tema Methodist Day SHS, Ghanata SHS, Chemu SHS, and Ashaiman SHS.
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GES Pages (Future Career Path)
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MOH Pages (Alternative Career Path)
- 👉 MOH Recruitment Portal 2026 (How to Apply) via Ministry of Health Ghana
- 👉 MOH Posting 2026 (Check Placement)
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- 👉 Full List of Category A SHS in Ghana (2026)
- 👉 Full List of Category B SHS in Ghana (2026)
- 👉 Updated List of Category C SHS in Ghana (2026)
- 👉 List of SHS in Greater Accra
- Category C Schools in Greater Accra
- Category B Schools in Greater Accra(2026): Full List
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