Marden Bridge Middle School vs Rockcliffe First School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North East, England, 1.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marden Bridge Middle School
Whitley Bay · Local authority secondary · Ages 9–13
577 students
Rockcliffe First School
Whitley Bay · Local authority primary · Ages 3–9
244 students
| Measure | Marden Bridge Middle School Whitley Bay, North East | Rockcliffe First School Whitley Bay, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 72 Top 25% | 87 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #33 of 185 | #58 of 811 |
| National rank | #920 of 4,090 | #1214 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 9–13 | Ages 3–9 |
| Students | 577 | 244 |
| Pupils on roll | 577 | 244 |
| Free school meals | 21.1% | 8.3% |
| Capacity filled | 96.2% | 97.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 16% | – |
| 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 | Whitley Bay | Whitley Bay |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.mbms.org.uk | www.rockcliffeschool.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Rockcliffe First School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (86.6 vs 72.3).
- •Marden Bridge Middle School is the larger school with 577 students compared with 244.
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 Marden Bridge Middle School better than Rockcliffe First School?
On the Success Index (England), Rockcliffe First School ranks higher (86.6 vs 72.3 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 Marden Bridge Middle School and Rockcliffe First School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Whitley Bay and Whitley Bay in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Marden Bridge Middle School: 577. Rockcliffe First School: 244. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Marden Bridge Middle School and Rockcliffe First School rank in North East?
Marden Bridge Middle School is 33rd of 185 and Rockcliffe First School is 58th of 811 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).