Hardly have the exams for the diploma concluded, and the results are already in for the schools! This year, 9 colleges in Rennes have received the prestigious grade A, which is the highest level awarded in this ranking.
9 Rennais Colleges in the Spotlight
This achievement showcases the quality of education in the Breton capital, as well as the daily efforts of the teaching teams. However, it’s important to note that, contrary to popular belief, this ranking doesn't solely depend on results from the diploma: it is based on several criteria derived from data from the Ministry of National Education, notably: the exam pass rate, the ability to help students progress, and social diversity. This evaluation system is more comprehensive, allowing for a better reflection of the reality of the institutions.
Private Schools Slightly Ahead
As often seen in these types of rankings, private institutions largely dominate. But here, it’s relatively...equitable, of the 9 Rennes colleges awarded, 5 belong to the private sector. This observation can be explained by several factors: supervision, resources, and even selection upon entry in some cases. But it's not all one-sided, as 4 public colleges also manage to achieve the highest score, proving that excellence isn't just limited to the private sector. These institutions demonstrate that with good support and dedicated teams, it is possible to reach a very high level of performance.
The list of establishments rated A in Rennes:
A valuable indicator…but to be taken with a grain of salt
This type of ranking is an interesting tool for families, especially when it comes to choosing a school. It offers an overall view and helps identify colleges that achieve good results. But it’s not everything. The choice of a college also depends on many other factors: proximity, available options, atmosphere, educational projects… A school can be a great fit for a student without necessarily being at the top of the ranking.
To establish its ranking, L'Étudiant relies on four indicators: the success rate on the diploma over the last three years, the average score received in the written tests of the 2025 session, the added value of the establishment – in other words, its ability to help students progress.
ve;ves – as well as the social position index (SPI), used to measure social diversity.