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Stretford Grammar School
Granby Road, Stretford, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M32 8JB, Trafford
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
91.3 / 100
Top 9%
Better than 91% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
947
Capacity
798
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
119%
Summary
With a Good Ofsted rating and impressive GCSE results, this school stands out for its strong academic performance, boasting a GCSE Attainment 8 score in the top 2% nationally. All students achieve at least a grade 4 in English and Maths, with 96% attaining a grade 5 or higher, indicating a solid foundation for further education. Additionally, 81% of pupils progress to university, with nearly 40% attending top-third institutions, reflecting the school's commitment to preparing students for their future.
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Last inspected: 22 April 2015Older inspection ⓘLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 74.4 | Top 2% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 100% | Top 1% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 96% | Top 3% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 43% | Top 18% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 42% | Top 18% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 81% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 39% | Top 20% |
Based on 36 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British35.7%
Asian Pakistani12.6%
Black African8.1%
Asian Other7.3%
Other6.2%
Asian Indian6.1%
Mixed Other4.6%
Asian Chinese4.6%
White Other4.1%
Mixed W+Asian2.5%
Asian Bangladeshi2.1%
Black Other1.9%
Mixed W+B African1.8%
White Irish0.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Black Caribbean0.5%
Location
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53.44369, -2.29826 · M32 8JB
School details
Local authorityTrafford
RegionNorth West
URN106368
School typeFoundation school
Websitewww.stretfordgrammar.com
Frequently asked questions
What is Stretford Grammar School rated by Ofsted?
Stretford Grammar School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 22 April 2015.
Is Stretford Grammar School a good school?
Stretford Grammar School scores 91.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 9% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Stretford Grammar School in GCSEs?
Stretford Grammar School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 74.4. 100% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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