Burnhope Primary School vs Shilbottle Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 60 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burnhope Primary School
Durham · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
69 students
Shilbottle Primary School
Alnwick · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
71 students
| Measure | Burnhope Primary School Durham, North East | Shilbottle Primary School Alnwick, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 14 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #745 of 811 | #252 of 811 |
| National rank | #14826 of 15,697 | #5024 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 69 | 71 |
| Pupils on roll | 69 | 71 |
| Free school meals | 51.6% | 15.5% |
| Capacity filled | 65.1% | 47% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 50% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| 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 | Durham | Alnwick |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.burnhopeprimary.co.uk/ | www.shilbottle.northumberland.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Shilbottle Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (64.1 vs 13.8).
- •Shilbottle Primary School is the larger school with 71 students compared with 69.
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 Burnhope Primary School better than Shilbottle Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Shilbottle Primary School ranks higher (64.1 vs 13.8 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 Burnhope Primary School and Shilbottle Primary School?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Durham and Alnwick in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Burnhope Primary School: 69. Shilbottle Primary School: 71. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Burnhope Primary School and Shilbottle Primary School rank in North East?
Burnhope Primary School is 745th of 811 and Shilbottle Primary School is 252nd of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).