George Stephenson High School vs Mortimer Community College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North East, England, 11 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Stephenson High School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,233 students
Mortimer Community College
South Shields · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
1,139 students
| Measure | George Stephenson High School Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North East | Mortimer Community College South Shields, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 54 Top 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #76 of 185 | #131 of 185 |
| National rank | #1800 of 4,090 | #2875 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,233 | 1,139 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,233 | 1,139 |
| Free school meals | 30.6% | 42.6% |
| Capacity filled | 100.5% | 98.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 48.0 | 41.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 42% | 35.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 63.7% | 63.7% |
| EBacc average points | 4.14 | 3.77 |
| A level points per entry | 33.3 | – |
| town | Newcastle-upon-Tyne | South Shields |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.gshs.org.uk/ | www.mortimercommunitycollege.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •George Stephenson High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (53.6 vs 31.7).
- •George Stephenson High School is the larger school with 1,233 students compared with 1,139.
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 George Stephenson High School better than Mortimer Community College?
On the Success Index (England), George Stephenson High School ranks higher (53.6 vs 31.7 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 George Stephenson High School and Mortimer Community College?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Newcastle-upon-Tyne and South Shields in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
George Stephenson High School: 1,233. Mortimer Community College: 1,139. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do George Stephenson High School and Mortimer Community College rank in North East?
George Stephenson High School is 76th of 185 and Mortimer Community College is 131st of 185 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).