Schools in Poynton, North West (2025)
2 schools · 591 students · 1 local authority, 1 academy · median Pupils on roll 394.
Poynton, in North West, has 2 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 591 students. By level there is 2 primary; by sector 1 local authority, 1 academy.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Vernon Primary School (85.3, top 10% of primary schools nationally), followed by Worth Primary School (53.6, top 50% of primary schools nationally). One school sits in the top 10% of England for its type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Vernon Primary School (394 students), Worth Primary School (197 students).
Ranked schools in Poynton
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and North West.
- 185Vernon Primary SchoolPoynton · Local authority Primary77% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 394 students
- 254Worth Primary SchoolPoynton · Academy Primary65% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 197 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vernon Primary School Poynton · Primary · Ages 4–11 | Local authority | 85.3 Top 10% | 77% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 394 |
| 2 | Worth Primary School Poynton · Primary · Ages 4–11 | Academy | 53.6 Top 50% | 65% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 197 |
Compare the top 2 schools in Poynton side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Poynton?
Vernon Primary School is the highest-ranked school in Poynton with a Success Index (England) of 85.3 out of 100 (Top 10% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Poynton?
Poynton has 2 schools (2 primary) educating 591 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Poynton?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Poynton is 394. Number of pupils in the latest school census.