Oxclose Primary Academy vs St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 12 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oxclose Primary Academy
Washington · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
183 students
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope
Sunderland · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
184 students
| Measure | Oxclose Primary Academy Washington, North East | St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope Sunderland, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 32 Lower 50% | 48 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #586 of 811 | #426 of 811 |
| National rank | #11835 of 15,697 | #8502 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 183 | 184 |
| Pupils on roll | 183 | 184 |
| Free school meals | 56.8% | 21.2% |
| Capacity filled | 87.1% | 105.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 52% | 58% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | 11% |
| 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 | Washington | Sunderland |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.oxcloseprimary.laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk/ | www.stpatricksryhope.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope scores higher on the Success Index (England) (47.7 vs 32.0).
- •St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (58% vs 52%).
- •St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope is the larger school with 184 students compared with 183.
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 Oxclose Primary Academy better than St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope?
On the Success Index (England), St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope ranks higher (47.7 vs 32.0 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 Oxclose Primary Academy and St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Washington and Sunderland in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oxclose Primary Academy: 183. St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope: 184. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oxclose Primary Academy and St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope rank in North East?
Oxclose Primary Academy is 586th of 811 and St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ryhope is 426th of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).