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Ashby School
Ashby-De-La-Zouch·East Midlands·Academy
SecondaryAcademyAges 11–19Co-edNone
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Ashby School is a secondary academy in Ashby-De-La-Zouch, East Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Ashby School has a Progress 8 score of -0.14 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 47.2, 72% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C+.
The school has 1,679 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 18.0%, 7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 8.0%.
After leaving Ashby School, student destinations include 65% going on to university and 5% entering apprenticeships.
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Ashby School has a Progress 8 score of -0.14, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 47.2. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
72% of students at Ashby School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Ashby School achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Ashby School has an overall absence rate of 8.0%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Ashby School is 18.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Ashby School has 1,679 pupils on roll.
7% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
11% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.
After leaving Ashby School, 65% go on to university and 5% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: May 2026
Ashby School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in January 2024 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Ashby School is next inspection expected around 2028.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Ashby School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
44/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
13/mo
30% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 8.6 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.6
Bus Stops
9
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Data Score
Computed from 26 government data points. Not based on student reviews.
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.