The table illustrates the proportion of pupils attending four secondary school types in 2000, 2005 and 2009.
Overall, the only secondary school where the proportion of pupils is expected to increase by 2009 is Community schools, whereas other categories are expected to have a drop in proportion over the time span.
In 2000, Voluntary-controlled schools accounted for the highest proportion at 52% and Grammar school recorded 24%, while Specialist and Community schools was the same, at 12%. By 2005, Specialist and Grammar schools declined to 11% and 19% respectively, Voluntary-controlled schools also decreased considerably to 38%, while Community schools rose significantly to 32%.
In 2009, Specialist and Grammar schools decreased to 10% and 12% respectively, Voluntary-controlled schools dropped to 20%. Meanwhile, Community schools continued to increase, reaching a peak of 58%.
