Outwood Academy Bydales vs Rye Hills Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North East, England, 2.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Outwood Academy Bydales
Redcar · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
832 students
Rye Hills Academy
Redcar · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
763 students
| Measure | Outwood Academy Bydales Redcar, North East | Rye Hills Academy Redcar, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #55 of 185 | #39 of 185 |
| National rank | #1403 of 4,090 | #1127 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 832 | 763 |
| Pupils on roll | 832 | 763 |
| Free school meals | 26% | 31.7% |
| Capacity filled | 104% | 64.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.6 | 51.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 55.9% | 55.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 72% | 76.2% |
| EBacc average points | 4.50 | 4.75 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Redcar | Redcar |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.bydales.outwood.com | www.ryehillsacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Rye Hills Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (67.6 vs 61.5).
- •Outwood Academy Bydales is the larger school with 832 students compared with 763.
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 Outwood Academy Bydales better than Rye Hills Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Rye Hills Academy ranks higher (67.6 vs 61.5 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 Outwood Academy Bydales and Rye Hills Academy?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Redcar and Redcar in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Outwood Academy Bydales: 832. Rye Hills Academy: 763. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Outwood Academy Bydales and Rye Hills Academy rank in North East?
Outwood Academy Bydales is 55th of 185 and Rye Hills Academy is 39th of 185 among secondary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).