Kakamega School Shines in 2021 KCSE as Student Ranks Seventh Nationally
Kakamega High School has once again cemented its reputation as an academic powerhouse after producing the seventh-best candidate nationally in the 2021 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examination. The celebrated student, whose performance helped elevate the school to the top position in Western Kenya, was among two high achievers who led celebrations on the school grounds as teachers, parents and classmates marked the remarkable results. The school’s administration described the achievement as a testament to years of disciplined study, teamwork, and consistent academic support.
This year’s KCSE success adds to Kakamega School’s long-standing legacy of excellence, often recognized for its strong academic culture, structured mentorship, and well-rounded curriculum. Teachers credited the results to a combination of rigorous preparation, personalised guidance, and resilience demonstrated throughout a challenging academic period marked by disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic. The candidates, many of whom had endured condensed school terms and intensive revision schedules, expressed gratitude to the teaching staff for their commitment and the school administration for ensuring learners had a conducive environment for study. The two top performers—who became the face of the school’s celebration—said the journey was demanding but worthwhile, attributing their success to discipline and supportive peers.
The school community and stakeholders from across Western Kenya have applauded the performance, noting that Kakamega School’s achievement has raised the region’s profile in national academic rankings. Parents and alumni groups celebrated the school for maintaining its record despite growing competition and evolving curriculum challenges. Education officials in Kakamega County also commended the school for setting a high bar and inspiring other institutions within the region to improve their performance strategies and learner support systems.
Looking ahead, Kakamega High School says it will continue strengthening academic programs, investing in teacher development, and integrating structured mentorship for future candidates. The school plans to enhance technology-based learning to give students a competitive edge in national examinations. With renewed confidence from the 2021 KCSE results, the administration is optimistic that future cohorts will achieve even greater milestones, further solidifying the school’s place as one of Kenya’s leading centres of academic excellence.