Precious Blood Riruta, a girls' extra county school in Nairobi, has been ranked as the top-performing extra county school in Kenya, based on the 2024 KCSE results. The school achieved a grade A− and a performance index of 79.604. This ranking is a significant achievement for the school, which was founded in 1964 by the Precious Blood Sisters. The school's success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of its students and staff.
Nairobi is home to 19 extra county secondary schools, which are categorized into three clusters: C1, C2, and C3. Five of these schools are among the top 100 nationally in the 2024 KCSE results. In addition to Precious Blood Riruta, the other top-performing schools in Nairobi are Moi Girls' School Nairobi, Upper Hill School, Buruburu Girls Secondary School, and St. George's Girls' Secondary School. These schools have consistently demonstrated strong academic performance.
Moi Girls' School Nairobi, another top-performing extra county school in Nairobi, ranked ninth nationally in the 2024 KCSE results. The school achieved a B+ grade and a performance index of 70.415. Founded in February 1964, Moi Girls' School Nairobi is one of the most consistently high-performing institutions in Nairobi. The school's success is attributed to its strong academic programs and dedicated staff.
Upper Hill School, a boys' extra county school in Nairobi, ranked 30th nationally in the 2024 KCSE results. The school achieved a B grade and a performance index of 66.854. Founded in 1956 by Lord Delamere, Upper Hill School is known for its strong academic and sports programs. The school has produced several top-performing students, including two who scored a straight A in the 2024 KCSE.
The Kenyan government has set a standardized boarding contribution for extra county schools. From January 2026, parents will pay KES 45,054 per year for boarding schools, while day schools remain tuition-free. Extra county schools in Nairobi have varying fees, with some schools charging additional costs for items such as school uniforms, sports equipment, and remedial classes.
Extra county schools in Nairobi are highly competitive, with many schools vying for top spots in the national rankings. The schools are categorized into three clusters: C1, C2, and C3. Cluster C1 is the highest tier, followed by C2 and C3. The Ministry of Education manages student placement into extra county schools, which was previously based on KCPE performance before the adoption of the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
The top-performing extra county girls' schools in Nairobi dominate the national rankings. Precious Blood Riruta, Moi Girls' School Nairobi, Buruburu Girls Secondary School, and St. George's Girls' Secondary School are among the top performers. Other notable girls' schools in Nairobi include Statehouse Girls High School, Ngara Girls' High School, and Nembu Girls High School.
Key points
- Precious Blood Riruta is the top-performing extra county school in Kenya, based on the 2024 KCSE results.
- Nairobi has 19 extra county secondary schools, with five schools ranking among the top 100 nationally in the 2024 KCSE results.
- The Kenyan government has set a standardized boarding contribution of KES 45,054 per year for extra county schools, effective January 2026.
