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The data reveal a clear hierarchy: Indian pupils outperform White British pupils, who in turn outperform Black African pupils.
Possible reasons:
- Socio‑economic differentials: Indian families, on average, have higher household incomes and higher parental education levels, providing more educational support and access to resources such as tutoring.
- School segregation and resource allocation: Black African pupils are more likely to attend schools in deprived areas with fewer experienced teachers and lower overall expectations, which can depress attainment.
Other contributory factors may include cultural emphasis on education within Indian communities, language proficiency, and the impact of discrimination or lower teacher expectations for Black African students.