The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 73.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- This is a boys-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
73.8
30.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
97%
55.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
57%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.11
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
100%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
99%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Based on 178 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
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 99 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,325
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 7.4%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Southend-on-Sea
- Trust
- SOUTHEND HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Rachel Worth (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Prittlewell Chase, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 0RG
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSeabrook College
Special school · 434m away
Lancaster School
Special school · 436m away
Chase High School
Secondary · 436m away
The Westborough School
Primary · 820m away
St Mary's, Prittlewell, CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
St Helen's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Milton Hall Primary School and Nursery
Primary · 1.4km away
Oasis
Independent · 1.6km away
Questions parents ask
Is Southend High School for Boys a selective school?
Yes. Southend High School for Boys 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 Southend High School for Boys's Ofsted rating?
Southend High School for Boys was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in June 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Southend High School for Boys?
Southend High School for Boys currently has 1,325 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Southend High School for Boys take?
Southend High School for Boys caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Southend High School for Boys?
Southend High School for Boys is in Southend-on-Sea, SS0 0RG, in the Southend-on-Sea local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Southend High School for Boys have a sixth form?
Yes, Southend High School for Boys has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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