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Ruskin Academy

Ruskin Avenue, Wellingborough, NN8 3EG, North Northamptonshire


LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
90.4 / 100
Top 10%
Better than 90% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
250
Capacity
360
Ages
711
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
69%
Summary

With a Good rating from Ofsted and strong performance metrics, this primary school stands out for its impressive 81% of students meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 11% nationally. The school also boasts a high LocaleIQ score, indicating strong community support and resources, although only 21% of pupils achieve the higher standard. Overall, it appears to be a solid choice for parents looking for quality education in North Northamptonshire.

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Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 17 January 2023
Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Good
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published
MetricValuevs UK
Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%.81%Top 11% UK
Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%.21%Top 7% UK
Pupil Ethnicity
White British48.8%
White Other19.6%
Black African10.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.4%
Black Other4.0%
Mixed Other3.6%
Mixed W+B African3.2%
Mixed W+Asian1.2%
Asian Indian1.2%
Gypsy/Roma0.8%
Other0.8%
Black Caribbean0.8%
traveller_irish0.4%
Location
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52.29930, -0.72409 · NN8 3EG

School details
Local authorityNorth Northamptonshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN146414
School typeAcademy sponsor led

Frequently asked questions
What is Ruskin Academy rated by Ofsted?

Ruskin Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 17 January 2023.

Is Ruskin Academy a good school?

Ruskin Academy scores 90.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 10% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.

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