St Benedict's Catholic High School is a secondary academy in Alcester, 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, St Benedict's Catholic High School has a Progress 8 score of +0.33 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 49.3, 74% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of D+.
The school has 513 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 34.2%, 26% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 10.5%.
After leaving St Benedict's Catholic High School, student destinations include 58% going on to university and 4% entering apprenticeships.
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St Benedict's Catholic High School has a Progress 8 score of +0.33, 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 49.3. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
74% of students at St Benedict's Catholic High School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at St Benedict's Catholic High School achieve an average A-Level grade of D+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
St Benedict's Catholic High School has an overall absence rate of 10.5%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at St Benedict's Catholic High School is 34.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
St Benedict's Catholic High School has 513 pupils on roll.
26% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving St Benedict's Catholic High School, 58% go on to university and 4% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
St Benedict's Catholic High School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in March 2024 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, St Benedict's Catholic High 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 St Benedict's Catholic 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
46/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
18/mo
39% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 5 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 5.9
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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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
37%
Child is Happy
17%
Child Feels Safe
28%
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.