Scottish Exam Results 2026: Here are the 10 best performing council areas for Higher passes - led by East Renfrewshire

Over 148,000 students received their exam results this week across Scotland. East Renfrewshire has emerged as the best performing council area for Higher passes, leading the top ten list. While overall pass rates have increased, the results remain varied across different regions of Scotland. These 2026 Scottish Exam Results highlight the specific achievements of the top ten council areas, with East Renfrewshire securing the primary position for academic performance in the Higher category.