The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 58.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2014
- This is a girls-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
58.8
15.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
77%
34.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
37%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.17
Band 4Source: 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
98%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
95%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Based on 122 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 11 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
16% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 57 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 816
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 11.9%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Lincolnshire
- Trust
- BOSTON HIGH SCHOOL
- Head
- Mrs Anne-Marie Franks (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Spilsby Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 9PF
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSaint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston
Primary · 542m away
The John Fielding Community Special School
Special school · 620m away
Boston Endeavour Academy
Academy · 620m away
Tower Road Academy
Primary · 680m away
Haven High Academy
Secondary · 1.0km away
Park Academy
Primary · 1.4km away
St Nicholas CE Primary Academy
Primary · 1.7km away
The Boston Grammar School
Secondary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is Boston High School a selective school?
Yes. Boston High School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Boston High School's Ofsted rating?
Boston High School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in July 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Boston High School?
Boston High School currently has 816 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Boston High School take?
Boston High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Boston High School?
Boston High School is in Boston, PE21 9PF, in the Lincolnshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Boston High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Boston High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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