Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy vs Kepier
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North East, England, 32 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy
Stockton-on-Tees · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,156 students
Kepier
Houghton le Spring · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,131 students
| Measure | Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy Stockton-on-Tees, North East | Kepier Houghton le Spring, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 60 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #58 of 185 | #113 of 185 |
| National rank | #1490 of 4,090 | #2554 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,156 | 1,131 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,156 | 1,131 |
| Free school meals | 19.8% | 37.8% |
| Capacity filled | 97.6% | 93.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.6 | 43.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 47.8% | 37.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 66.5% | 55% |
| EBacc average points | 3.88 | 3.91 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Stockton-on-Tees | Houghton le Spring |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.ianramsey.org.uk/ | www.kepier.com |
The verdict
- •Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (59.9 vs 38.1).
- •Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy is the larger school with 1,156 students compared with 1,131.
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 Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy better than Kepier?
On the Success Index (England), Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy ranks higher (59.9 vs 38.1 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 Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy and Kepier?
About 32 km in a straight line, between Stockton-on-Tees and Houghton le Spring in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy: 1,156. Kepier: 1,131. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy and Kepier rank in North East?
Ian Ramsey Church of England Academy is 58th of 185 and Kepier is 113th of 185 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).