SecondaryData as of May 2026

Outwood Academy Ripon

Clotherholme Road, Ripon, HG4 2DE

A Good-rated secondary school in Ripon.

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Pupils

662

Ages

11-18

FSM

27.4%

Attainment 8

46.4

Ofsted

Good

Jul 2024

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

46.4

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

17.6%

Basics 9-5

55.2%

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

26.2%

EBacc APS

4.06

EBacc 9-5

13.1%

EBacc 9-4

18.6%

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About Outwood Academy Ripon

Outwood Academy Ripon is a secondary school in Ripon, North Yorkshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.4. The school has around 662 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Clotherholme Road, Ripon, HG4 2DE | More schools in North Yorkshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Jul 2024 — Good
May 2022 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 …
Jan 2016 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Outwood Academy Ripon

What is Outwood Academy Ripon's Ofsted rating?

Outwood Academy Ripon received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.

What are Outwood Academy Ripon's latest exam results?

Outwood Academy Ripon: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.4. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Outwood Academy Ripon located?

Outwood Academy Ripon is a secondary school in Ripon, North Yorkshire (HG4 2DE).

How many pupils attend Outwood Academy Ripon?

Outwood Academy Ripon has around 662 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Outwood Academy Ripon with other schools?

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