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Debenham High School
Gracechurch Street, Debenham, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 6BL, Suffolk
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
82.1 / 100
Top 18%
Better than 82% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
699
Capacity
625
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
112%
Faith
Church of England
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted as of March 2023, this secondary school demonstrates strong academic performance, achieving an Attainment 8 score of 55.7, placing it in the top 13% of schools nationally. Additionally, 85% of students attain grade 4 or above in English and Maths, and 68% achieve grade 5 or higher, reflecting solid outcomes. However, the entry rate for the EBacc is relatively low at 27%, which may be a consideration for parents prioritizing a broader curriculum.
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Last inspected: 2 March 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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. | 55.7 | Top 13% 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%. | 85% | Top 10% 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%. | 68% | Top 10% 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%. | 27% | Top 46% 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%. | 24% | Top 46% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British89.7%
White Other2.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.7%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
Mixed Other1.0%
Black African1.0%
Mixed W+Asian0.6%
Asian Other0.1%
Black Other0.1%
Location
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52.22386, 1.17049 · IP14 6BL
School details
Local authoritySuffolk
RegionEast of England
URN136416
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Debenham High School rated by Ofsted?
Debenham High School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 2 March 2023.
Is Debenham High School a good school?
Debenham High School scores 82.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 18% 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 Debenham High School in GCSEs?
Debenham High School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 55.7. 85% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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