Updated 4 weeks ago

Best Private Schools in Yola

Ranked lists 37 private schools in Yola. The default view shows 37 local listings in ranking order. Adamawa State Polytechnic Yola is the first local listing in the default order, with a Google rating of 3.9 from 208 Google reviews.

Compiled from Ranked's database. Method and checks: Eruo Fredoline, founder, Ranked Technologies Ltd. How we rank. Latest listing check 26 September 2026.

How the algorithm scored this37 businesses ranked

Ordered on Google rating, review volume, review recency, profile completeness, review sentiment and the earned verified tick, on weights published and in force since 2026-07-16. Paid placement is not one of them.

Share on WhatsApp

As of October 2026, Ranked lists 37 private schools in Yola, Nigeria, ordered using Google review signals and Ranked's published scoring method. Payment does not change the order.

Source: Ranked (ranked.ng) directory database · full statistics · methodology

Ranked: 37
Google reviews reported: 417
Page refreshed: 29d ago

Sort byMin rating37 results

Ranked #1 by score#1 in the city
1
Adamawa State Polytechnic Yola
67.2/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars208 reviewsNBTE-approved · State polytechnic
7F72+339, Karewa, Jimeta 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
From recent reviews
Established in 1991 through merger of two institutions, offering ND and HND programs across multiple campuses.
- multiple campuses
- government owned
- accredited
- wide course range
- established 1991
Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume77
Review recency66
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment71
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Dahiru I. ★★★★★ : I was impressed with their entrepreneurship training programs
Abdulrazaq M. ★★★★★ : The best polytechnic in the whole of northern Nigeria. A good and lovely study environment.
2
AUN Academy
65.5/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars27 reviews
99 Lamido Zubairu Way, 6G22+57G, Yola Bypass, Wuro Hausa, Yola 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
From recent reviews
Top class secondary school in Northeastern Nigeria with dedicated staff and conducive learning environment.
- conducive learning environment
- dedicated staff
- serenity
- security
- top class facilities
Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume48
Review recency54
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment86
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Suleiman H. ★★★★★ : Nice place to work in and a very conducive learning environment
Haitu P. ★★★★★ : The American University of Nigeria (AUN) Academy is a top class secondary school located in the Northeastern state of Adamawa. It has a beautifully conducive learning environment with an enviable body of staff dedicated in dispensing their noble responsibilities of impacting lives daily. This school is certainly one of the best in the country in terms of facilities, qualified members of staff and the quality of moral, religious and academic knowledge taught its students (the latter even so clearly showcased by its record in WASSCE, NECO and JAMB).
3
Noble intellects Academy
64.3/ 100
4.54.5 out of 5 stars20 reviews
Plot 2B Zone A Kofare Yola, Wuro Jabbe, Jimeta 640221, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
From recent reviews
Offers unique clubs like Green Seed Club and focuses on holistic development including independence and kindness.
- recreational activities
- green seed club
- good teaching
- boarding school
- conducive environment
- dedicated staff
Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating88
Review volume44
Review recency38
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment86
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
david V. ★★★★★ : A very good school equipped for learning
Bilyaminu M. ★★★★★ : This school is a very good school I like the way they teach
4
Qualis Royal Academy
56.2/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars5 reviews
No 2 Waziri Road, Shagari, Madumari, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume26
Review recency42
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
5
Chiroma Ahmad Academy
56.1/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars21 reviews
41 Lamido Abba Road, Yola, 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume45
Review recency71
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Monica S. ★★★★★ : Very good school with an excellent education metric with high quality
Ibrahim K. ★★★★★ : I am currently a student at Chiroma, enrolled in SS2 for the 2024/2025 academic session. I genuinely appreciate the teachers, as they are dedicated, diligent, and take their responsibilities seriously.
6
College of Nursing and midwifery Yola
55.5/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars39 reviews
School of Nursing and Midwivery, Yola Bye - Pass Rd, Wuro Hausa, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume53
Review recency62
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Tina A. ★★★★★ : University of Maiduguri FCE Yola
Mathias T. ★★★★★ : College of nursing sciences Yola, is like a mini military training ground Who didn't come, will never know
7
Centre for Distance Learning, MAU Yola
55.1/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars71 reviews
6F48+R76, Bye - Pass Road, Yola, 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Open 24 hours
Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume62
Review recency2
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Mohammed A. ★★★★★ : The center is well equipped and its good for learning and teaching activities. The center can accommodate many students at the same time
Abubakar B. ★★★★★ : I love the place, so quiet and convenient for studies and hosting events
8
Anglican Junior Seminary, Yola
55.0/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews
8F77+X8F, Jimeta 652101, Adamawa, Nigeria
Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume16
Review recency51
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Mafalcha N. ★★★★★ : Anglican Junior Seminary Yola. A home of stars. Its a secondary school that builds future generation. It's a great place to be. The surrounding of the school gives you comfortability as you step in and the moment you receive a lecture then you'll never be the same again. Their impact in the state is great.
9
HIM ACADEMY
53.1/ 100
4.54.5 out of 5 stars2 reviews
Yola 640230, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating88
Review volume16
Review recency58
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Bitrus G. ★★★★★ : Great place for quality education
10
Restoration High School Jimeta-Yola
46.3/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars18 reviews
6FM6+CQW, Jalingo, Jimeta 640102, Adamawa, Nigeria
Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume43
Review recency4
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Chidiebere O. ★★★★★ : A good place to bring your children for educational and moral excellence
idam O. ★★★★★ : A very good school it helped my child so much
11
MATTANGELS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL KARAL - YOLA
44.6/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
79R6+QP, Bulamare 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #11? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency8
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
12
FRANKLY BILACHI INTERNATIONAL COLLEGES
38.9/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
No 2 Benue Street, Closer to, LCCN CHURCH OF LIGHT LAINDE, GIREL, Yola 652101, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #12? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume10
Review recency3
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
13
FCE Yola Open and Distance Learning Programme
32.0/ 100
3.53.5 out of 5 stars2 reviews
Yola Rd, Jalingo, Yola 640102, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
- good experience
- treated with respect
Why ranked #13? ▾
Google rating50
Review volume16
Review recency5
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment52
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
Recent reviews
Abubakar H. ★★★★★ : It was among the best schools in Yola,I had a good experience even due I didn't go school,I was a guest there and I was treated with respect.
14
ABTI Schools
15.6/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
5FXX+MH7, Wuro Hausa, Yola 640230, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #14? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
15
Yola Model Secondary School
15.6/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
5FRF+PVG, Madumari, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
Why ranked #15? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
16
Ashmid Bright Int'l Academy
15.6/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
No. 5 Dundere Area, Jimeta, Yola 640102, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #16? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
17
Tafarki International Academy
15.6/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
5FWJ+GW8, Yola, 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #17? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
18
Fombina Royal Academy, Yola
15.6/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Numan Road, Shagari Estate, Yola 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #18? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
19
Ambassadors Academy Yola
15.6/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
5FMF+GJ, Madumari, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #19? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
20
Kumaty Academy, Yola
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Yola Bye - Pass Rd, Madumari, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #20? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
21
ABAIFA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
7C5Q+7QX, Ngurore Road, Karewa, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #21? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
22
Private Success International College
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
7C8R+5CQ, Bank Road, Karewa, Jimeta 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #22? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
23
SUHER INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, YOLA
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
3 Olusegun Obasanjo Way, Nepa Road, Jimeta, Yola 640102, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
- Open Sundays
Why ranked #23? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
24
DEEPER LIFE HIGH SCHOOL, YOLA
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
5FPF+VF6, Kwanan way, Numan Road, Madumari, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
Why ranked #24? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
25
Federal College of Education
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Yola, Nigeria
Why ranked #25? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
26
EYN Jimeta Academy
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Dampor Street, State Low-cost, Jimeta, Jimeta, Yola 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #26? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
27
Adroit International Academy Yola
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Abuja Rd, Yola, 640230, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #27? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
28
Aliyu Mustafa Academy
12.2/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
19-21 Upper Lugere Road, L, 7CCV+JHR, G.A Moh'd Mustapha Way, Jimeta, 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #28? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
29
Aliyu Mustafa College Yola
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
6F49+PQ7, Rabeh Road, Yola, 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
Why ranked #29? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
30
Bilgama International Academy Modire
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
6F34+PHX, Road, off Yolde Pate, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
Why ranked #30? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
31
Sanda Primary School Yola
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Sanda Primary School, Yola, 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
Why ranked #31? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
32
General Murtala Mohammed College
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
7C2X+27C, Karewa, Jimeta 640101, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #32? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
33
Model Primary School Tudunsaibu
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Kaduna, Nigeria
Why ranked #33? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
34
Hammawa Primary School
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Hammawa Primary School, Yola, Nigeria
Why ranked #34? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
35
Adamawa Agricultural Development Program
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
Adamawa Agricultural Development Program, Yola, Nigeria
Why ranked #35? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
36
School for Arqabic and Islamic Studies
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
School for Arqabic and Islamic Studies, Yola, Nigeria
Why ranked #36? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.
37
Ahmadu Ribadu College
8.9/ 100
Not availableNot yet rated0 reviews
5FWJ+4PX, Madumari, Yola 640284, Adamawa, Nigeria
- Hours listed
Why ranked #37? ▾
Google rating0
Review volume0
Review recency30
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
Scores 0 to 100 per dimension. See how we rank.

How to choose safely

What to check before choosing private schools in Yola

Rankings are a starting point. For this category, these are the checks that most often separate a useful recommendation from a risky one.

Check accreditation
Confirm approvals, curriculum, exam track record, and whether the school’s claims are documented.
Visit if possible
Fees, transport, class size, security, and facilities are easier to verify in person or through a parent you know.
Compare outcomes
Prioritise consistent parent/student feedback over isolated marketing claims or old reviews.

What the data shows for private schools in Yola

Counted from every private school ranked in Yola, Adamawa State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 37
With 5+ reviews: 8
Rated 4.5 or higher: 5
Median reviews: 0
Phone listed: 22 of 37
Opening hours listed: 23 of 37

8 of the 37 private schools ranked in Yola have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 417 reviews.

Of the 37, 5 score 4.5 or higher, 5 sit between 4.0 and 4.4, 3 are below 4.0 and 24 have no rating yet.

The median private school here has 0 reviews.

Adamawa State Polytechnic Yola has the most, 208 at 3.9, followed by Centre for Distance Learning, MAU Yola (71) and College of Nursing and midwifery Yola (39).

22 list a phone number, 13 a website and 23 opening hours; 0 have a photo on file.

Across the 20 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes private schools, the median city lists 67; Yola has 37, fewer than the median.

The most recent Google review we hold for this set is from May 2026.

Source: Ranked directory database, counted at publish time. Full statistics.

Frequently asked questions

How many private schools are listed in Yola?

Ranked lists 37 private schools in Yola. The default view shows 37 local listings in ranking order.

Which local listing appears first in the default order?

Adamawa State Polytechnic Yola appears first, with a Google rating of 3.9 from 208 Google reviews. The order uses Ranked's published review-based method; it is not a measure of every aspect of the business.

Which local listing loaded on this page has the most Google reviews?

Adamawa State Polytechnic Yola has the most reported Google reviews among the 37 local listings loaded on this page: 208. Review volume is one ranking signal and does not establish service quality.

Private Schools elsewhere

More private schools in Yola

We've discovered 5 additional private schools in Yola, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse their available addresses, phone numbers and map locations.

Browse discoverable private schools in Yola →

For business owners

Own or manage a private school in Yola?

Get a Featured placement: a clear "Featured" label plus an enhanced profile. We never sell rank order; featuring is a label only, and your position in the ranking doesn't change.

Get featured →

Recent reviews

Recent reviews

Recent reviews

Recent reviews

Recent reviews

Recent reviews

Recent reviews

Recent reviews

Recent reviews

Recent reviews

What to check before choosing private schools in Yola

Check accreditation

Visit if possible

Compare outcomes

What the data shows for private schools in Yola

Frequently asked questions

More in Yola

Private Schools elsewhere

More private schools in Yola

Own or manage a private school in Yola?