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Ridgeway Primary School
Main Road, Ridgeway, Sheffield, Derbyshire, S12 3XR, Derbyshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
79.3 / 100
Top 21%
Better than 79% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
173
Capacity
210
Ages
4–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
82%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive Key Stage 2 results, this primary school boasts an 83% rate of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 9% nationally. The school has a strong reputation, reflected in its LocaleIQ score of 79.3, which is better than 79% of schools. While the percentage of students achieving the higher standard is lower at 17%, the overall performance indicates a solid academic foundation for young learners.
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Last inspected: 10 May 2022Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 83% | Top 9% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 17% | Top 14% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British81.5%
White Other2.9%
Mixed W+Asian2.3%
Mixed W+B African2.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.2%
Black Other1.2%
Mixed Other1.2%
Asian Indian0.6%
Asian Chinese0.6%
Black African0.6%
Asian Pakistani0.6%
Location
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53.33194, -1.39467 · S12 3XR
School details
Local authorityDerbyshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN112546
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.ridgewayprimary.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is Ridgeway Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Ridgeway Primary School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 May 2022.
Is Ridgeway Primary School a good school?
Ridgeway Primary School scores 79.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 21% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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