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Leek High School
Leek·West Midlands·Academy
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SecondaryAcademyAges 13–18Co-edDoes not apply
Leek High School is a secondary academy in Leek, West 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, Leek High School has a Progress 8 score of -1.10 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 31.0, 34% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C-.
The school has 253 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 13.2%, 15% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.0%.
After leaving Leek High School, student destinations include 42% going on to university and 11% entering apprenticeships.
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Leek High School has a Progress 8 score of -1.10, 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 31.0. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
34% of students at Leek High School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Leek High School achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Leek High School has an overall absence rate of 5.0%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Leek High School is 13.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Leek High School has 253 pupils on roll.
15% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Leek High School, 42% go on to university and 11% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Leek High School was rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2024. Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Leek High School is due for reinspection this year (2026).
A "Requires Improvement" rating means Ofsted identified areas where the school needs to improve. The school will typically be reinspected within 2 years. Around 12% of schools hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Leek High 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
39/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
21/mo
54% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 7 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.4
Bus Stops
14
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
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.