North Durham Academy vs South Stanley Junior School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North East, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Durham Academy
Stanley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
935 students
South Stanley Junior School
Stanley · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
146 students
| Measure | North Durham Academy Stanley, North East | South Stanley Junior School Stanley, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #153 of 185 | #309 of 811 |
| National rank | #3286 of 4,090 | #6181 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 935 | 146 |
| Pupils on roll | 935 | 146 |
| Free school meals | 50.6% | 62.3% |
| Capacity filled | 55% | 70.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 74% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 11% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 51.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.21 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Stanley | Stanley |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.northdurhamacademy.co.uk/ | www.southstanleyjuniors.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •South Stanley Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (58.4 vs 23.5).
- •North Durham Academy is the larger school with 935 students compared with 146.
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 North Durham Academy better than South Stanley Junior School?
On the Success Index (England), South Stanley Junior School ranks higher (58.4 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 North Durham Academy and South Stanley Junior School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Stanley and Stanley in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
North Durham Academy: 935. South Stanley Junior School: 146. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do North Durham Academy and South Stanley Junior School rank in North East?
North Durham Academy is 153rd of 185 and South Stanley Junior School is 309th of 811 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).