The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 54.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018
- The school is at capacity (107% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
54.3
10.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
69%
26.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
72%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.18
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
94%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
92%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 218 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 13 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
17% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 133 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,697
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 21.4%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Leeds
- Head
- Mrs Elaine Silson (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
10 official reports linked on this page, including 9 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Outstanding
December 2018 | Full Inspection
Short inspection
February 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
September 2013 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2012 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
March 2010 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
October 2008 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
October 2007 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
December 2005 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
November 2000 | Full Inspection
Location
King Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS17 7AG
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmAllerton CofE Primary School
Primary · Very close
Alwoodley Primary School
Primary · Very close
St Paul's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Primary · 406m away
Leeds Jewish Free School
Secondary · 609m away
Brodetsky Primary School
Primary · 721m away
Primley Wood Primary School
Primary · 844m away
North West Specialist Inclusive Learning Centre
Special school · 1.2km away
Moortown Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Allerton High School a selective school?
No. Allerton High School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Allerton High School's Ofsted rating?
Allerton High School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Allerton High School?
Allerton High School currently has 1,697 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Allerton High School take?
Allerton High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Allerton High School?
Allerton High School is in Leeds, LS17 7AG, in the Leeds local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Allerton High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Allerton High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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