Data on GCSE and equivalent entries and achievments at the end of Key Stage 4 by gender and location of school/educational institution.
This dataset contains data on GCSE results using the 1-9 grading system. This system has replaced the old A*-G grading system. The two main indicators are Attainment 8 and Progress 8, these are explained below.
Attainment 8 - This indicator measures pupils' average grade across eight subjects. These are:
English & Mathematics
Three other English Baccalaureate (EBacc) subjects (sciences, computer science, geography, history and languages)
Three further subjects, which can be from the range of EBacc subjects, or can be any other GCSE or approved, high-value arts, academic, or vocational qualification.
Progress 8 - This indicator measures pupils' progress between Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 4 across the above 8 subjects. A postive score indicates that a student has made better progress than expected while a negative score means that a students has acheived an Attainment 8 score below expected.
For more information on the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 see DfE's guidance.
For data before 2015/16 see GCSE Results by Borough (Old Grading System).
This dataset is one of the Greater London Authority's measures of Economic Fairness. Click here to find out more.