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Richard Hale School
Hale Road, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 8EN, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
73.8 / 100
Top 26%
Better than 74% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,209
Capacity
1,218
Ages
11–18
Gender
Boys
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive GCSE results, this secondary school excels in academic performance, ranking in the top 12% nationally for Attainment 8 with an average score of 56.3. Additionally, 81% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 66% secure grade 5 or higher. The school also demonstrates a strong commitment to the English Baccalaureate, with 63% of students entering for these subjects.
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Last inspected: 9 July 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & 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. | 56.3 | Top 12% 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%. | 81% | Top 14% 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%. | 66% | Top 12% 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%. | 63% | Top 9% 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%. | 54% | Top 9% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British80.6%
White Other4.0%
Mixed W+Asian2.6%
Mixed Other2.1%
Black African1.7%
Asian Other1.3%
Asian Indian1.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Mixed W+B African0.7%
Black Other0.7%
White Irish0.7%
Asian Pakistani0.5%
Other0.4%
Asian Chinese0.3%
Black Caribbean0.2%
Asian Bangladeshi0.2%
Location
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51.79247, -0.07769 · SG13 8EN
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN139873
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Richard Hale School rated by Ofsted?
Richard Hale School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 9 July 2024.
Is Richard Hale School a good school?
Richard Hale School scores 73.8/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 26% 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 Richard Hale School in GCSEs?
Richard Hale School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 56.3. 81% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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