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Dartford Grammar School
West Hill, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2HW, Kent
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
99.5 / 100
Top 1%
Better than 100% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,543
Capacity
1,550
Ages
11–18
Gender
Boys
Occupancy
100%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and exceptional GCSE results, this secondary school boasts a remarkable Attainment 8 score of 79.9, placing it in the top 1% nationally. All students achieve at least a grade 4 in English and Maths, with 99% attaining a grade 5 or above, demonstrating strong academic performance. The school's LocaleIQ score of 99.5 indicates it is highly regarded within the community, making it a compelling choice for parents seeking a high-quality education.
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Last inspected: 6 December 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. | 79.9 | Top 1% 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%. | 99% | Top 1% 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%. | 99% | Top 0% 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%. | 98% | Top 0% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
Black African24.8%
Asian Indian20.1%
White British10.8%
Mixed Other9.3%
Asian Other8.5%
Asian Chinese5.7%
White Other5.5%
Asian Bangladeshi4.5%
Mixed W+Asian2.8%
Other2.6%
Asian Pakistani2.3%
Black Caribbean1.0%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Black Other0.1%
White Irish0.1%
Location
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51.44516, 0.20547 · DA1 2HW
School details
Local authorityKent
RegionSouth East
URN136359
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Dartford Grammar School rated by Ofsted?
Dartford Grammar School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 December 2022.
Is Dartford Grammar School a good school?
Dartford Grammar School scores 99.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 1% 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 Dartford Grammar School in GCSEs?
Dartford Grammar School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 79.9. 100% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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