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Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School
Maidstone Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3EL, Medway
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
97.5 / 100
Top 3%
Better than 98% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,528
Capacity
1,280
Ages
11–18
Gender
Boys
Occupancy
119%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and impressive GCSE results, this secondary school demonstrates exceptional academic performance, boasting an Attainment 8 score in the top 3% nationally. Nearly all students achieve at least a grade 4 in English and Maths, with 94% attaining grade 5 or above, highlighting strong foundational skills. Additionally, the school's high EBacc entry rate reflects its commitment to a rigorous curriculum, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a strong academic environment.
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Last inspected: 21 March 2023Quality 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. | 69.5 | Top 3% 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%. | 97% | Top 4% 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%. | 94% | 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%. | 99% | Top 1% 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%. | 89% | Top 1% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British41.1%
Black African20.4%
Asian Indian9.7%
White Other4.7%
Mixed Other4.1%
Asian Bangladeshi3.2%
Asian Pakistani3.0%
Mixed W+Asian2.5%
Asian Other2.1%
Mixed W+B African2.0%
Other1.9%
Asian Chinese1.1%
Black Caribbean1.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Black Other0.5%
White Irish0.4%
Location
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51.37026, 0.49865 · ME1 3EL
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School rated by Ofsted?
Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 March 2023.
Is Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School a good school?
Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School scores 97.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 3% 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 Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School in GCSEs?
Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 69.5. 97% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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