Average Tariff Scores of School Leavers by Deprivation Level (2007/08-2012/13) #2052863 (License: Personal Use)

This bar chart displays the average tariff scores of school leavers in the UK from 2007/08 through 2012/13, segmented by socioeconomic deprivation-specifically the most deprived 20% (light blue bars) and least deprived 20% (dark blue bars). While scores rose steadily across all groups over time, a significant and widening gap persisted, with the least deprived cohort scoring roughly 270-280 points higher each year. The data highlights long-term educational inequality despite overall improvement in attainment.

Used in education policy reports, academic analyses, or government dashboards to illustrate socioeconomic disparities in student achievement; matches user intent seeking evidence of attainment gaps or longitudinal trends in UK school performance.