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Ravenscliffe High School

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Ravenscliffe High School

Skircoat Green, Halifax, HX3 0RZ

Community special school · Ages 11–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Outstanding
Nov 2012

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

0.3school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
0.3
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
N/A
Basics 9-5
0.0%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

0.3

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available46.4
2024/250.346.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/24Not available0.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
0.02
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Stafford Hall School
0.9 km away · Other independent special school
Park Lane Academy
1.18 km away · Academy sponsor led
Requires improvement
The Crossley Heath School
1.37 km away · Academy converter
Good
Calderdale College
2.1 km away · Further education
Compass Community School North
2.12 km away · Other independent special school

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About Ravenscliffe High School

Ravenscliffe High School is a secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2012 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 0.3. The school has around 257 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Skircoat Green, Halifax, HX3 0RZ | More schools in Calderdale

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Ravenscliffe High School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Oct 2022 — School remains Outstanding
  2. Nov 2012 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Ravenscliffe High School

What is Ravenscliffe High School's Ofsted rating?
Ravenscliffe High School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2012 inspection.
What are Ravenscliffe High School's latest exam results?
Ravenscliffe High School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 0.3. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Ravenscliffe High School located?
Ravenscliffe High School is a secondary school in Halifax, Calderdale (HX3 0RZ).
How many pupils attend Ravenscliffe High School?
Ravenscliffe High School has around 257 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Ravenscliffe High School with other schools?
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