Educational attainment of school leavers

The score is a weighted average of the highest level of qualification achieved by school leavers, for all leavers within a data zone and intermediate zone, over three academic years. The score is based on the SCQF Level of qualifications gained by leavers in National Qualifications and Skills for Work. These statistics are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. See the 'Description' box for more information.