King James I Academy Bishop Auckland vs North Durham Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North East, England, 23 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
936 students
North Durham Academy
Stanley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
935 students
| Measure | King James I Academy Bishop Auckland Bishop Auckland, North East | North Durham Academy Stanley, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 32 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #130 of 185 | #153 of 185 |
| National rank | #2873 of 4,090 | #3286 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 936 | 935 |
| Pupils on roll | 936 | 935 |
| Free school meals | 50.6% | 50.6% |
| Capacity filled | 97.9% | 55% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.9 | 39.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 28.7% | 31.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 59.4% | 51.1% |
| EBacc average points | 3.53 | 3.21 |
| A level points per entry | 32.1 | – |
| town | Bishop Auckland | Stanley |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.kingjames1academy.co.uk | www.northdurhamacademy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •King James I Academy Bishop Auckland scores higher on the Success Index (England) (31.7 vs 23.5).
- •King James I Academy Bishop Auckland is the larger school with 936 students compared with 935.
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 King James I Academy Bishop Auckland better than North Durham Academy?
On the Success Index (England), King James I Academy Bishop Auckland ranks higher (31.7 vs 23.5 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 King James I Academy Bishop Auckland and North Durham Academy?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Bishop Auckland and Stanley in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland: 936. North Durham Academy: 935. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do King James I Academy Bishop Auckland and North Durham Academy rank in North East?
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland is 130th of 185 and North Durham Academy is 153rd of 185 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).