The surprising finding has been highlighted by a national charity which says that the learning gap between boys and girls is still an issue that needs close attention.
Learning Plus UK has highlighted a 10 per cent gap in attainment between girls and boys at the end of key stage 4. This compares to a five per cent gap at the end of key stage 2.
The latest Department for Education figures show that 82 per cent of girls are at Level 4 or above including English and maths at the end of key stage 2 compared to 77 per cent of boys.
However, 64 per cent of girls get five or more GCSEs at A* to C including English and maths compared to 54 per cent for boys.
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