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Samuel Ryder Academy
St Albans·East of England·Academy
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All-throughAcademyAges 4–19Co-edNone
Samuel Ryder Academy is an all-through academy in St Albans, East of England. 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, Samuel Ryder Academy has a Progress 8 score of +0.35 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 50.4, 73% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, 73% of pupils meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at KS2, an average A-Level grade of C+.
The school has 1,577 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 18.9%, 10% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.6%.
After leaving Samuel Ryder Academy, student destinations include 45% going on to university and 6% entering apprenticeships.
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Samuel Ryder Academy has a Progress 8 score of +0.35, 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 50.4. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
73% of students at Samuel Ryder Academy achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
At Samuel Ryder Academy, 73% of pupils met the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths combined at the end of Key Stage 2.
87% met the expected standard in reading and 85% in maths.
Students at Samuel Ryder Academy achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Samuel Ryder Academy has an overall absence rate of 5.6%. The national average for primary schools is approximately 4.0%.
The teacher turnover rate at Samuel Ryder Academy is 18.9%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Samuel Ryder Academy has 1,577 pupils on roll.
10% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Samuel Ryder Academy, 45% go on to university and 6% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Samuel Ryder Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Samuel Ryder Academy is due for reinspection this year (2026).
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 Samuel Ryder Academy'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
155/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
37/mo
24% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 11.1 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.5
Bus Stops
10
Within 500m
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 St Albans area
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding
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.