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The Scottish Government has published the Scottish Qualifications Authority exam results for local authorities for 2007-08.
The statistics, which are produced before appeals are considered, show that overall attainment in Scottish schools in 2007-08 was broadly similar to the levels attained in previous years.
A higher proportion of girls than boys achieved awards at all levels, by the end of all stages. In S5 and S6, this is partly due to higher staying-on rates for girls.
Scottish Government publication: SQA Examination Results in Scottish Schools, 2007/08
Herald story: Girls still on top according to exam result statistics
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