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Richard Hale School
Hertford·East of England·Academy·boys
SecondaryAcademyboysAges 11–18None
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In terms of academic performance, Richard Hale School has a Progress 8 score of +0.31 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 53.8, 83% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of B.
The school has 1,209 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 12.3%, 7% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 6.2%.
After leaving Richard Hale School, student destinations include 51% going on to university and 9% entering apprenticeships.
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Richard Hale School has a Progress 8 score of +0.31, which is above 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 53.8. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
83% of students at Richard Hale School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Richard Hale School achieve an average A-Level grade of B. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Richard Hale School has an overall absence rate of 6.2%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Richard Hale School is 12.3%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Richard Hale School has 1,209 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 Richard Hale School, 51% go on to university and 9% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: May 2026
Richard Hale School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in July 2024. Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Richard Hale 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 Richard Hale 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
130/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
50/mo
38% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 11.5 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.4
Bus Stops
7
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Hertford East Rail Station
0.8km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Other schools in the Hertford area
7.1
Good
/ 10
Data Score
Computed from 29 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.