Moray has recorded the lowest percentage of pupils achieving top grades at Higher level anywhere in Scotland. Scottish Exam results 2026 Local authority attainment breakdown across National 5, Higher, and Advanced Higher qualifications. Moray & Regional Performance Headlines Moray Higher Pass Rate: Moray recorded a Higher pass rate of 69.5% – the lowest of any Scottish local authority and the only council area to drop below 70%. National 5 & Advanced Higher: Moray achieved 74.0% at National 5 and 69.7% at Advanced Higher (one of only three councils under 70% at Advanced Higher). Moray Higher Pass Rate 69.5% Lowest in Scotland Moray Nat 5 Pass Rate 74.0% Nat.