The Ruth Gorse Academy vs University Technical College Leeds
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 310 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Ruth Gorse Academy
Leeds · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,265 students
University Technical College Leeds
Leeds · Academy secondary · Ages 14–19
546 students
| Measure | The Ruth Gorse Academy Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber | University Technical College Leeds Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 54 Top 50% | 49 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #149 of 366 | #173 of 366 |
| National rank | #1803 of 4,090 | #2040 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 14–19 |
| Students | 1,265 | 546 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,265 | 546 |
| Free school meals | 53.6% | 26.8% |
| Capacity filled | 100.4% | 91% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.1 | 46.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 52.5% | 45% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 75.3% | 67.2% |
| EBacc average points | 4.70 | 3.47 |
| A level points per entry | – | 25.6 |
| town | Leeds | Leeds |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | ruthgorse.leeds.sch.uk/ | www.utcleeds.co.uk |
The verdict
- •The Ruth Gorse Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (53.6 vs 48.6).
- •The Ruth Gorse Academy is the larger school with 1,265 students compared with 546.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Ruth Gorse Academy better than University Technical College Leeds?
On the Success Index (England), The Ruth Gorse Academy ranks higher (53.6 vs 48.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are The Ruth Gorse Academy and University Technical College Leeds?
About 310 m in a straight line, between Leeds and Leeds in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Ruth Gorse Academy: 1,265. University Technical College Leeds: 546. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Ruth Gorse Academy and University Technical College Leeds rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
The Ruth Gorse Academy is 149th of 366 and University Technical College Leeds is 173rd of 366 among secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).