Question 1

How many secondary schools are in Norfolk?

Accepted Answer

There are 53 secondary schools in Norfolk, including state-funded, academies, and independent schools.

Question 2

What are the best secondary schools in Norfolk?

Accepted Answer

Based on Ofsted ratings and exam results, the top-ranked secondary schools in Norfolk include Jane Austen College, Notre Dame High School, Norwich, and North Walsham High School. Rankings are updated regularly using the latest data from the Department for Education.

Question 3

How many Ofsted Outstanding secondary schools are in Norfolk?

Accepted Answer

Norfolk has 42 secondary schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 273 are rated Good, meaning 88% of inspected schools hold a Good or Outstanding rating.

Question 4

How are secondary schools in Norfolk ranked on Eduscope?

Accepted Answer

Schools are ranked using a composite score that combines Ofsted or ISI inspection ratings, Key Stage exam results, pupil progress measures, and other performance indicators published by the Department for Education. The score is recalculated regularly as new data becomes available.

Question 5

What is the average Progress 8 score for secondary schools in Norfolk?

Accepted Answer

The average Progress 8 score across secondary schools in Norfolk is -0.01. Progress 8 measures how much progress pupils make between Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to pupils with similar prior attainment nationally.

Question 6

What is the average class size in Norfolk secondary schools?

Accepted Answer

The average pupil-teacher ratio across secondary schools in Norfolk is 19:1. While this is not a direct measure of class size, it indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil.

Question 7

How do I choose a secondary school in Norfolk?

Accepted Answer

When choosing a secondary school in Norfolk, consider Ofsted ratings, GCSE results (Progress 8 and Attainment 8), sixth form provision, and the school's specialisms. You can compare all 53 secondary schools on Eduscope using filters for school type, gender, and admissions policy.

Metric	Norfolk	England
School QualityGood or Outstanding (Ofsted)	87%	90%
Secondary ResultsProgress 8	+0.00	+0.00
Attainment 8	45.2	46.1
AttendancePersistent Absence	28%	20%
ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio	17.9:1	18.1:1
Spending per Pupil	£7,806	£7,460

Best Secondary Schools in Norfolk

Jane Austen College

Notre Dame High School, Norwich

North Walsham High School

Wayland Academy

Lynn Grove Academy

Hethersett Academy

Hewett Academy

Long Stratton High School

Stalham High School

Sheringham High School

Wymondham College

Taverham High School

University Technical College Norfolk

Smithdon High School

Downham Market Academy

Hobart High School

Broadland High Ormiston Academy

Northgate High School

Sewell Park Academy

Sprowston Community Academy

Acle Academy

Great Yarmouth Charter Academy

Ormiston Venture Academy

King's Lynn Academy

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