Explore other schools in this area
See every school around B47 5JW on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolSecondary
Woodrush High School
Shawhurst Lane, Wythall, Worcestershire, B47 5JW, Worcestershire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
82.3 / 100
Top 18%
Better than 82% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,019
Capacity
1,080
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
94%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong GCSE results, including an Attainment 8 score in the top 33% nationally, this school demonstrates solid academic performance. A notable 69% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 51% reach grade 5 or higher, indicating a strong foundation for further education. Additionally, 74% of students progress to university, with 31% gaining admission to top-third institutions, reflecting a commitment to preparing students for their future.
Explore this location
Start from postcode B47 5JW — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around Woodrush High School
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 11 December 2018Older inspection ⓘLeadership & 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. | 49.2 | Top 33% 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%. | 69% | Top 43% 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%. | 51% | Top 33% 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%. | 53% | Top 28% 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%. | 34% | Top 28% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 74% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 31% | Top 20% |
Based on 42 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British85.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.9%
Mixed W+Asian2.0%
Asian Indian2.0%
White Other1.9%
Mixed Other1.6%
Asian Other1.0%
Black Caribbean0.6%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Black African0.5%
Other0.4%
Asian Chinese0.4%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Black Other0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Gypsy/Roma0.1%
traveller_irish0.1%
Asian Bangladeshi0.1%
Location
Loading map…
52.38823, -1.87857 · B47 5JW
School details
Local authorityWorcestershire
RegionWest Midlands
URN136924
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Woodrush High School rated by Ofsted?
Woodrush High School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 11 December 2018.
Is Woodrush High School a good school?
Woodrush High School scores 82.3/100 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 Woodrush High School in GCSEs?
Woodrush High School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 49.2. 69% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
What are the best schools near B47 5JW?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near B47 5JW with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.