Ashington Academy vs Central Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North East, England, 879 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashington Academy
Ashington · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
964 students
Central Academy
Ashington · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
| Measure | Ashington Academy Ashington, North East | Central Academy Ashington, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #66 of 185 | – |
| National rank | #1697 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 964 | – |
| Pupils on roll | 964 | – |
| Free school meals | 35.4% | – |
| Capacity filled | 77.1% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 47.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 49.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 68% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.28 | – |
| A level points per entry | 35.7 | – |
| town | Ashington | Ashington |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.ashingtonacademy.co.uk | central.wiseacademies.co.uk/ |
The verdict
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 Ashington Academy better than Central Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ashington Academy and Central Academy?
About 879 m in a straight line, between Ashington and Ashington in North East.
How do Ashington Academy and Central Academy rank in North East?
Ashington Academy is 66th of 185 and Central Academy is unranked among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).