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Kettlethorpe High School
Kettlethorpe Hall Drive, Standbridge Lane, Sandal, Wakefield WF2 7EL
Kettlethorpe High School is a non-selective secondary school maintained by the local authority (Wakefield). It has about 1,690 boys and girls aged between 11 and 16. In June 2022 the school was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
Particular strengths include Representation, Attainment, Environment and Progress. Relative weaknesses include Disadvantaged pupils and Finances.
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Representation: In balance. The socio-economic mix and ethnic representation are both in balance with the local community. Show details
Attainment: Above average. (This doesn't take into account pupils' prior performance. For that, see Progress.)
Environment: Above average. Air pollution and traffic accidents are very low, while crime is quite high.
Progress: Above average. (This takes into account pupils' prior performance. For information about actual grades, see Attainment.)
Destinations: About average. The proportion of students going on to education or training at 16 is roughly average. Show details
Attendance: About average. Pupil absence rates and the incidence of persistent absence are both roughly average.
Admissions: About average. The occupancy rate and offer rate are both roughly average. There is no compulsory entrance exam.
Finances: Below average. However, the school budget has been roughly in balance
Disadvantaged pupils: Poor. Progress up to age 16 is poor. Destinations at 16 are below average. There is no information for students aged 16-18.
Sixth form: There is no sixth form at this school.
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