King Edward VI Grammar School
School summary
A selective state grammar in the market town of Louth, King Edward VI draws able pupils from across Lincolnshire through the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools. Around 889 pupils are currently on roll against a capacity of 812, so the school is comfortably oversubscribed and running above its intended size. Ofsted judged it Good across every area at its most recent inspection, including the sixth form. With a pupil-to-teacher ratio of 16.8, it offers a settled, mid-sized grammar setting for families seeking academic challenge without an independent fee.
How hard is it to get in?
Moderate · 1 of 5 on the Passmate scale. Entry is selective, but demand for the 120 Year 7 places is more manageable than at most selective schools - a solid qualifying performance is usually what matters.
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.
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Latest results
Attainment 8
61.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
81%
National average 47%
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Good
- Last inspected
- 8 May 2024
Teaching & academics
Results sit well above the national picture: an Attainment 8 score of 61.3 compares with a national average of 46.9, and 81% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. Such outcomes are typical of a selective intake, but the margin is substantial and reflects consistently strong teaching, rated Good by Ofsted. The Good judgement extends to the sixth form, making this a credible choice for pupils intending to continue to A-level and beyond.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 8.66%
- EHC plans
- 0.45%
- English as additional language
- 3.9%
- Free school meals
- 11%
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A strong, full-to-bursting Lincolnshire grammar where selective entry translates into results that comfortably outpace the national average.
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King Edward VI Grammar 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.