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Broughton High School
Woodplumpton Lane, Broughton, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 5JJ, Lancashire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
93.2 / 100
Top 7%
Better than 93% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
926
Capacity
900
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
103%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a strong GCSE Attainment 8 score of 59.3, this school demonstrates exceptional academic performance, placing it in the top 8% nationally. An impressive 89% of students achieve grade 4 or higher in English and Maths, while 76% achieve grade 5 or above, indicating a solid foundation in core subjects. Additionally, the school's LocaleIQ score of 93.2 reflects its competitive standing within the local area, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a high-quality secondary education.
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Last inspected: 27 September 2022Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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. | 59.3 | Top 8% 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%. | 89% | Top 7% 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%. | 76% | Top 7% 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%. | 51% | Top 17% 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%. | 43% | Top 17% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British73.3%
Asian Indian7.2%
Asian Pakistani4.3%
White Other2.5%
Mixed W+Asian1.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.9%
Mixed Other1.5%
Other1.4%
Asian Chinese1.4%
Black African1.4%
Asian Other1.0%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Black Other0.4%
White Irish0.1%
Asian Bangladeshi0.1%
Location
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53.80745, -2.72678 · PR3 5JJ
School details
Local authorityLancashire
RegionNorth West
URN119759
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.broughtonhigh.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Broughton High School rated by Ofsted?
Broughton High School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 27 September 2022.
Is Broughton High School a good school?
Broughton High School scores 93.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 7% 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 Broughton High School in GCSEs?
Broughton High School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 59.3. 89% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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