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EBacc Maths %

DfE Performance Tables

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EBacc Maths %

DfE Performance Tables

Percentage of pupils achieving grade 5+ in EBacc mathematics

Understanding EBacc Maths Percentage

This metric shows the percentage of students achieving a grade 5 or above (a strong pass) in Mathematics as part of the English Baccalaureate. Maths is a compulsory EBacc component and one of the most important subjects for future opportunities.

Why Maths Matters

A strong pass in GCSE Maths: - Is essential for STEM career pathways - Is required for most sixth form and college courses - Demonstrates logical and analytical skills - Is often a minimum requirement for apprenticeships

The Grade 5 Standard

Grade 5 represents a “strong pass” — above the standard pass of grade 4. This higher bar indicates students who are well-prepared for A-level Maths or other rigorous post-16 study.

Interpreting the Data

  • 60%+: Strong maths outcomes
  • 40-60%: Typical for comprehensive schools
  • Below 40%: May indicate numeracy challenges

Schools with strong maths outcomes tend to also perform well in science and technical subjects, as mathematical skills underpin these areas.

Technical Details

Column Name
ebacc_maths_pct
Data Source
DfE Performance Tables

Coverage by School Phase

How many schools have data available for this field.

Primary
0% 0 / 17910
Secondary
93% 1176 / 1263
Secondary with Sixth Form
95% 1946 / 2033
Sixth Form Only
0% 0 / 289
All-through
59% 161 / 269
Special
29% 615 / 2059
Independent
45% 784 / 1724
Good (80%+)
Moderate (50-79%)
Poor (<50%)

This field does not contribute to the performance score calculation.

Distribution by School Phase

Statistical distribution of values across schools.

Min
0.0
Max
100.0
Mean
75.89
Median
75.18
Std Dev
17.46
Schools
4682
Secondary (1176)
1
3
1172
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Secondary with Sixth Form (1946)
1
2
3
1
7
1932
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
All-through (161)
1
2
158
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Special (615)
125
62
70
66
53
72
54
50
38
25
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Independent (784)
365
8
8
7
15
17
20
20
43
281
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

Related Fields

Fields that correlate with EBacc Maths %. Click to explore.

Attainment 8 Maths
0.868 Basics Standardized
0.811 KS4 Basics
0.811 EBacc English %
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0.766 KS2 Expected Standardized
0.766 EBacc Sciences %
0.734 Progress 8 CI Lower
0.718 Attainment 8 English
0.717 EBacc Humanities %
0.695
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