Abrar Academy vs Rochdale Islamic Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 40 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abrar Academy
Preston · Independent secondary · Ages 11–21
81 students
Rochdale Islamic Academy
Rochdale · Independent secondary · Ages 11–16
80 students
| Measure | Abrar Academy Preston, North West | Rochdale Islamic Academy Rochdale, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 77 Top 25% | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #77 of 536 | #135 of 536 |
| National rank | #719 of 4,090 | #1186 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–21 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 81 | 80 |
| Pupils on roll | 81 | 80 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 36.8% | 40% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 50.4 | 48.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 62.5% | 51.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 75% | 76.7% |
| EBacc average points | 5.15 | 4.56 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Preston | Rochdale |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Abrar Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.9 vs 66.3).
- •Abrar Academy is the larger school with 81 students compared with 80.
- •Abrar Academy is boys and Rochdale Islamic Academy is girls.
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 Abrar Academy better than Rochdale Islamic Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Abrar Academy ranks higher (76.9 vs 66.3 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 Abrar Academy and Rochdale Islamic Academy?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Preston and Rochdale in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Abrar Academy: 81. Rochdale Islamic Academy: 80. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Abrar Academy and Rochdale Islamic Academy rank in North West?
Abrar Academy is 77th of 536 and Rochdale Islamic Academy is 135th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).