SecondaryData as of May 2026

Dixons City Academy

Ripley Street, Bradford, BD5 7RR

A Outstanding-rated secondary school in Bradford.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

904

Ages

11-16

FSM

28.5%

Attainment 8

49.3

Ofsted

Outstanding

Nov 2018

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

49.3

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

26.6%

Basics 9-5

50.3%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

85.5%

EBacc APS

4.51

EBacc 9-5

24.6%

EBacc 9-4

37.4%

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About Dixons City Academy

Dixons City Academy is a secondary school in Bradford, Bradford. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2018 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 38 responses), 79% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 49.3. The school has around 904 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Ripley Street, Bradford, BD5 7RR | More schools in Bradford

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Dixons City Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Oct 2024 — Standards maintained
Nov 2018 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Dixons City Academy

What is Dixons City Academy's Ofsted rating?

Dixons City Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2018 inspection.

What do parents say about Dixons City Academy?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 38 responses): 79% of parents would recommend Dixons City Academy.

What are Dixons City Academy's latest exam results?

Dixons City Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 49.3. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Dixons City Academy located?

Dixons City Academy is a secondary school in Bradford, Bradford (BD5 7RR).

How many pupils attend Dixons City Academy?

Dixons City Academy has around 904 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Dixons City Academy with other schools?

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