The most recently published data from the Department for Education shows for the 2024 cohort of GCSE students, 42.2% of Newcastle pupils achieved a Grade 5 or above (traditional high grade C) in English and maths which is below the national average of 45.9%.
Four of the city’s secondary schools had a higher percentage of children attain a grade 5 or above in English and maths than the national average, whilst eight schools were below the national average.
Check out the following results to see how your son or daughter’s school performed.
5. Jesmond Park Academy
Jesmond Park Academy saw 51.5% of pupils attain a grade 5 or above in English and maths which is above the Local Authority average of 42.2% and the national average of 45.9%. | Google
6. Walbottle Academy
Walbottle Academy saw 44.6% of pupils attain a grade 5 or above in English and maths which is above the Local Authority average of 42.2% and the national average of 45.9%. | Google
7. North East Futures UTC
North East Futures UTC saw 39.3% of pupils attain a grade 5 or above in English and maths which is below the Local Authority average of 42.2% and the national average of 45.9%. | Google Photo: Google
8. St Cuthbert's High School
St Cuthbert's High School saw 38.4% of pupils attain a grade 5 or above in English and maths which is below the Local Authority average of 42.2% and the national average of 45.9%. | Google