Monkton Academy vs Mowden Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 49 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monkton Academy
South Shields · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
169 students
Mowden Infant School
Darlington · Academy primary · Ages 5–7
169 students
| Measure | Monkton Academy South Shields, North East | Mowden Infant School Darlington, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 7 Lower 50% | 85 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #791 of 811 | #75 of 811 |
| National rank | #15480 of 15,697 | #1488 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 5–7 |
| Students | 169 | 169 |
| Pupils on roll | 169 | 169 |
| Free school meals | 42.6% | 8.9% |
| Capacity filled | 70.4% | 93.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 28% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| 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 | South Shields | Darlington |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.monktonacademy.co.uk | www.mowden.nalp.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Mowden Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (84.6 vs 7.2).
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 Monkton Academy better than Mowden Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Mowden Infant School ranks higher (84.6 vs 7.2 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 Monkton Academy and Mowden Infant School?
About 49 km in a straight line, between South Shields and Darlington in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Monkton Academy: 169. Mowden Infant School: 169. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Monkton Academy and Mowden Infant School rank in North East?
Monkton Academy is 791st of 811 and Mowden Infant School is 75th of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).