The information about the percentage of students attending four secondary school types between 2000 and 2009 is illustrated by the table.
Overall, the most obvious trend is that the period saw a decrease in almost all categories, except in community schools which increased significantly. In addition, specialist schools consistently recorded the lowest level during the period.
In 2000, the figure for voluntary-controlled schools was recorded at 52%, becoming the largest rate compared to the proportion of other schools, followed by grammar schools at 24%, which was the second highest. Meanwhile, specialist schools and community schools were at the same level, at 12%.
Turning to 2009, the proportion of voluntary-controlled schools experienced a significant decrease, finishing at 20%. Similarly, the figure for grammar schools recorded a half drop at 12%. While that of specialist schools witnessed a slight drop at 10%. In contrast, a different pattern was shown for community schools, experiencing a significant increase at 58%, which was the largest number shown on the table.