Acre Rigg Infant School vs Bill Quay Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 24 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Acre Rigg Infant School
Peterlee · Local authority primary · Ages 2–7
252 students
Bill Quay Primary School
Gateshead · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
252 students
| Measure | Acre Rigg Infant School Peterlee, North East | Bill Quay Primary School Gateshead, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 11 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #763 of 811 | #151 of 811 |
| National rank | #15189 of 15,697 | #2980 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–7 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 252 | 252 |
| Pupils on roll | 252 | 252 |
| Free school meals | 48% | 11.1% |
| Capacity filled | 133.3% | 120.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 72% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 14% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Peterlee | Gateshead |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.acrerigg-inf.durham.sch.uk/ | www.billquayprimary.org/ |
The verdict
- •Bill Quay Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (75.0 vs 10.6).
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Acre Rigg Infant School better than Bill Quay Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Bill Quay Primary School ranks higher (75.0 vs 10.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Acre Rigg Infant School and Bill Quay Primary School?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Peterlee and Gateshead in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Acre Rigg Infant School: 252. Bill Quay Primary School: 252. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Acre Rigg Infant School and Bill Quay Primary School rank in North East?
Acre Rigg Infant School is 763rd of 811 and Bill Quay Primary School is 151st of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).