Chilton Academy vs Ferryhill School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North East, England, 3.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chilton Academy
Ferryhill · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
292 students
Ferryhill School
Ferryhill · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
727 students
| Measure | Chilton Academy Ferryhill, North East | Ferryhill School Ferryhill, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 43 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #469 of 811 | #147 of 185 |
| National rank | #9472 of 15,697 | #3213 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 292 | 727 |
| Pupils on roll | 292 | 727 |
| Free school meals | 33.6% | 50% |
| Capacity filled | 77.2% | 79.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 41.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 24.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 52% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.21 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Ferryhill | Ferryhill |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.chilton.durham.sch.uk/ | www.ferryhill.school |
The verdict
- •Chilton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.1 vs 24.5).
- •Ferryhill School is the larger school with 727 students compared with 292.
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 Chilton Academy better than Ferryhill School?
On the Success Index (England), Chilton Academy ranks higher (43.1 vs 24.5 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 Chilton Academy and Ferryhill School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Ferryhill and Ferryhill in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chilton Academy: 292. Ferryhill School: 727. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chilton Academy and Ferryhill School rank in North East?
Chilton Academy is 469th of 811 and Ferryhill School is 147th of 185 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).