York High School
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Cornlands Road York North Yorkshire YO24 3WZ |
| Phone | 01904806600 |
| Reference Number | 144652 |
York High School is performing well overall, receiving a 'Good' rating in all inspection categories. The school has established a positive and supportive environment where both pupils and staff feel safe and valued. Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning, and there are clear expectations set for behavior. The school offers a broad curriculum designed to cater to all students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities. Additionally, staff development is prioritized to ensure high-quality curriculum delivery, while extra-curricular activities enrich students' personal development.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 748 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 38.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 6.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 70 | 78 | 148 |
| 8 | 102 | 81 | 183 |
| 9 | 83 | 82 | 165 |
| 10 | 56 | 62 | 118 |
| 11 | 63 | 71 | 134 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.3% |
| White, Other | 2.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.3% |
| White & Asian | 0.8% |
| African | 0.8% |
| Unclassified | 0.7% |
| Irish | 0.7% |
| Asian, Other | 0.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 27 Sep 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Sep 2022 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Ambitious curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Strong focus on personal development with a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
- Effective behavior management strategies create a calm learning environment.
- Supportive and well-trained staff that know pupils well.
- High profile given to reading, ensuring all pupils engage with diverse literature.
Areas for Improvement
- Attendance remains low, with persistent absence negatively impacting learning.
- Some opportunities to build on prior knowledge are not fully utilized by teachers.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 41.2 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 42.4% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 52.3% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 49 | 4 |
| Third Preference | 22 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
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