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North Ridge High School

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North Ridge High School

Alworth Road, Manchester, M9 0RP

Community special school
Pupils
200
Ages
11-19
FSM
71.3%
Capacity
200
Ofsted
Outstanding
Apr 2014

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

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

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 (%)

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

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About North Ridge High School

North Ridge High School is a secondary school in Manchester, Manchester. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2014 inspection). The school has around 200 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Alworth Road, Manchester, M9 0RP | More schools in Manchester

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Mar 2024 — School remains Outstanding
  2. Apr 2014 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about North Ridge High School

What is North Ridge High School's Ofsted rating?
North Ridge High School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2014 inspection.
Where is North Ridge High School located?
North Ridge High School is a secondary school in Manchester, Manchester (M9 0RP).
How many pupils attend North Ridge High School?
North Ridge High School has around 200 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare North Ridge High School with other schools?
View North Ridge High School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Manchester.