NSMQ 2025: 174 SCHOOLS CHASE NATIONAL GLORY

The 2025 edition of the National Championship of the National Science & Maths Quiz is almost upon us, and history is set to be made once again. A record 174 schools have qualified to compete, the largest number in the history of the competition. Last year’s edition featured 157 schools, a number many thought could not be surpassed. This year’s participation surpasses that milestone and stands as a powerful testament to the continued growth and relevance of the NSMQ.

The 174 schools include:

• 27 seeded schools

• 106 Regional Qualifier winners

• 32 top runners-up

• Nine private schools

One of the highlights of this year’s championship is the debut of 15 schools, making their first appearance at the National Championship. Their entry reflects the expanding reach of the competition and the deepening pursuit of academic excellence across Ghana.

The debutants are:

• Prampram SHS

• Our Lady of Lourdes Girls’ SHS

• Ngleshie Amanfro SHS

• Attafuah SHTS

• Akro SHTS

• Presby SHS Adeiso

• Wovenu SHTS

• Mankessim SHTS

• Agona SHTS

• Juaboso SHS

• Abomusu STEM SHS

• Anum Presby SHS

• Senya SHS

• Salaga T I Ahmadiyya SHS

• Nyakrom SHTS

  
  

For these schools, qualifying to the National Championship is no small feat: It represents years of preparation, resilience, and the determination to match up favourably against Ghana’s best. Their debut is an important milestone, as the NSMQ continues to expand its reach, inspiring new contenders and bringing fresh energy to the competition.

The dates for the National Championship will be communicated soon.

Check out the full list of participating schools below;