NSMQ 2026: St. John’s School beat Benkum SHS, Nandom SHS to secure quarter-finals spot

St. John’s School has advanced to the quarter-finals of the 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz after outperforming Benkum SHS and Nandom SHS in the One-Eighth Stage. The Western region schools started strong, with St. John’s School leading 19-13 and Nandom SHS trailing at 11 points. Their advantage grew in Round Two, with St. John’s School scoring 35 compared to 12 for Benkum SHS and 10 for Nandom SHS.

Despite a tied Problem of the Day, St. John’s School and Nandom SHS remained tied at 4 correct answers, while Benkum SHS scored 3. In Round Three, St. John’s School continued its dominance, reaching 39 points versus 15 for Benkum SHS and 14 for Nandom SHS. The lead expanded in Round Four, with St. John’s School amassing 52 points, while Nandom SHS had 24 points and Benkum SHS at 19.

Ultimately, St. John’s School secured a convincing victory with 55 points, second place went to Nandom SHS with 30 points, and Benkum SHS concluded with 19 points. The result ensures St. John’s School's progression to the quarter-finals, while Benkum SHS and Nandom SHS are eliminated from the competition. The 2026 National Science and Maths Quiz is organized by Primetime Limited and sponsored by various Ghanaian organizations and institutions, with JoyNews broadcasting the event, supported by several local businesses.