The recently 2024 KCSE results have shone a spotlight on the top-performing schools in Ukambani, where academic competition is fiercer than ever.
Schools from Kitui, Makueni, and Machakos counties showcased exceptional performances, cementing their reputation as academic powerhouses.
Kitui School emerged as the leading institution in the region with an impressive mean score of 9.5261, a remarkable achievement that reflects both the hard work of students and the dedication of teachers. Close behind is Mbooni Girls, which posted a stellar mean score of 9.40, maintaining its tradition of academic excellence.
Makueni Boys secured the third spot with a commendable mean score of 8.816, followed by Muthale Girls at 8.79.

Below is the full ranking of the top 30 schools in Ukambani:
1. Kitui School – 9.526
2. Mbooni Girls – 9.40
3. Makueni Boys – 8.816
4. Muthale Girls – 8.79
5. Kyamboo Secondary – 8.76
6. St. Charles Lwanga – 8.612
7. Caring Hearts Boys -8. 46
8. Kathiani Girls – 8.1827
9. Kisasi Boys – 8.172
10. St. Peter Clavers – 8.140
11. Gankanga Secondary – 8.095
12. Kitondo School – 8.056
13. Misyani Girls – 8.027
14. Precious Blood Kilungu – 8.014
15. Mwaani Girls – 7.977
16. Kaumoni Boys – 7.806
17. Nuu Secondary – 7.762
18. Machakos School – 7.6973
19. Carmel Girls – 7.686
20. Thome Andu Boys – 7.679
21. Kyuso Boys -7.643
22. St. Angela’s Girls – 7.63717.
23. Matungulu Girls – 7.6
24. Migwani Secondary – 7.549
25. Caring Heart Girls – 7.538
26. Yatwa Secondary Mwingi – 7.508
27. Kabaa High – 7.45
28. St. Joseph Kibwezi – 7.412
29. Makueni Girls -7.4
30. Mbooni Boys – 7.383
31. Machakos Girls – 7.2957
32. ABC Mbitini Girls -7.2562
33. Ikanga Boys- 7.209
34. AIC Sombe Girls – 7.417
Missed our earlier stories on the list of top 10 schools in each of the 3 Ukambani counties? click on respective County to check them out; Makueni, Kitui, Machakos.