Rainham Mark Grammar School
Gillingham, Kent, South East · ME8 7AJ
A large Kent grammar school in Gillingham, Rainham Mark currently educates around 1,551 pupils, comfortably beyond its formal capacity of 1,242 - a sign of how sought-after places here have become. Entry at 11 is via the Medway Test, and with 235 places on offer against strong demand, competition is real. Ofsted rated the school Good across every category at its most recent inspection, including the sixth form. The intake reflects its local community, with around one in ten pupils eligible for free school meals.
1,551
Pupils
Good
Ofsted
235
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,551
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 20.1
- Location
- Gillingham, Kent, South East
- Website
- http://rainhammark.com/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Medway Test
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 235
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Application deadlineNext
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
62.7
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
87%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit well above the national picture: an Attainment 8 score of 62.7 against a national average of 46.9, and 87% of pupils securing grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. These figures point to a school where high academic standards are the norm rather than the exception. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 20.1 is on the larger side, in keeping with the school's size.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 5.16%
- EHC plans
- 0.13%
- English as additional language
- 9.7%
- Free school meals
- 10.4%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Good
- Last inspected
- 24 May 2022
The last word
A consistently high-performing Medway grammar where strong results meet solid Good ratings throughout. Families should be prepared for genuinely competitive entry via the Medway Test.
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Rainham Mark Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Rainham Mark Grammar School located?
Rainham Mark Grammar School is located at Pump Lane, Rainham, Gillingham, ME8 7AJ.
What type of school is Rainham Mark Grammar School?
Rainham Mark Grammar School is a state grammar school in South East.
What subjects does Rainham Mark Grammar School test in the 11+?
Rainham Mark Grammar School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Rainham Mark Grammar School use for the 11+?
Rainham Mark Grammar School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
How do I apply to Rainham Mark Grammar School?
For 2027 entry, the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are Rainham Mark Grammar School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Rainham Mark Grammar School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Rainham Mark Grammar School belong to?
Rainham Mark Grammar School is part of the Medway Test consortium.
How many places does Rainham Mark Grammar School offer?
Rainham Mark Grammar School has a published admission number of 235 places.
How many pupils attend Rainham Mark Grammar School?
Rainham Mark Grammar School has approximately 1,551 pupils on roll.
What is Rainham Mark Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Rainham Mark Grammar School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its inspection on 24 May 2022.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.