Stroud High School
School summary
A selective girls' grammar in Stroud, Stroud High School carries an Outstanding judgement from Ofsted across every category inspected, from quality of education to its sixth form. With around 1,106 girls on roll against a capacity of 835, it is a large and notably oversubscribed school, drawing high-achieving families from across Gloucestershire. Entry is at 11, and the consistency of the inspection record points to a settled, well-led environment. Families seeking academic ambition combined with strong pastoral standards will find both reflected here.
How hard is it to get in?
Exceptionally competitive · 5 of 5 on the Passmate scale. Demand here is among the very highest of any selective school in England - a strong exam performance matters more than at almost any other school.
Where every mark matters.
Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
Key dates · 2028 entry
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Latest results
Attainment 8
76.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
98%
National average 47%
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 7 November 2023
Teaching & academics
Results sit far above the national picture: an Attainment 8 score of 76.9 against a national average of 46.9, and 98% of girls securing grade 5 or above in English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. These are figures typical of a long-established selective school where attainment is high across the board. The pupil-to-teacher ratio of 19.3 is fairly standard for a large state secondary.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 4.7%
- EHC plans
- 0.09%
- English as additional language
- 6.2%
- Free school meals
- 2.9%
Schools nearby
Marling School
Stroud, South West
The Crypt School
Gloucester, South West
Ribston Hall High School
Gloucester, South West
Denmark Road High School
Gloucester, South West
Sir Thomas Rich's School
Gloucester, South West
Pate's Grammar School
Cheltenham, South West
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An Outstanding girls' grammar with results among the strongest in the state sector. Demand is high, so early and thorough 11+ preparation is essential.
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Stroud High School 11+: frequently asked questions
Passmate rating: benchmarked against every selective school in England using official admissions data. It measures demand for places, not school quality. Updated July 2026.
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.