Command Secondary Schools in Nigeria are some of the top-performing public schools in the country, especially in the 2023 WASSCE where they delivered excellent results across all subjects. These military-owned schools are known for discipline, academic excellence, and a well-rounded curriculum, making them a popular choice for parents and guardians.
There are many Command Secondary Schools located across different states in Nigeria, offering students in various regions access to quality education.
Here is a full list of Command Secondary Schools in Nigeria, including both boarding and day schools managed by the Directorate of Command Schools Services:
- CSS Kaduna
- CSS Ibadan
- CSSS Boys Jega
- CSSS Boys Shagari
- CSSS Saki
- CSSS Girls Goru
- CSS Isan Ekiti
- CSSS Boys T/Mafara
- CSS Jos
- CSSS Girls Gusau
- CSSS Numan
- CSS Mbiri
- CSSS Ebebebiri
- CSSS Effa-Etinan
- CSSS Port Harcourt
- CSSS Boys Auno
- CSSS Girls Mirnga
- CSSS Boys Buratai
- CSSS Boys Faskari
- CSSS Girls Barkiya
- CSS Lagos
- CSS Abakaliki
- CSS Ohafia
- CSS Makurdi
- CSSS Orlu
- CSS Orba Udenu
- CSS Mpu
- CSS Suleja
- CSSS Lafia
- CSSS Agwada
- CSTSS Rinze Akwanga
Command Day Secondary Schools (CDSS):
32. CDSS Kaduna
33. CDSS Chindit Zaria
34. CDSS Ibadan
35. CDSS Mokola
36. CDSS Ijebu Ode
37. CDSS Ede
38. CDSS Akure
39. CDSS Jos
40. CDSS Nau Biu
41. CDSS Giginya
42. CDSS Daura
43. CDSS Ikeja
44. CDSS Oshodi
45. CDSS Ojo
46. CDSS Bonny Cantonment
47. CDSS Enugu
48. CDSS Makurdi
49. CDSS Abuja
50. CDSS Doma
These schools cater to students who prefer day school settings while still benefiting from the Command system’s discipline and academic standard.
To apply or learn more, visit the official Directorate of Command Schools Services (DCSS) admissions portal at www.dcss.sch.ng. For support, call 08113856079 or email support@dcss.sch.ng.
