Albany Academy vs Cedar Mount Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 36 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albany Academy
Chorley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
725 students
Cedar Mount Academy
Gorton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
724 students
| Measure | Albany Academy Chorley, North West | Cedar Mount Academy Gorton, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 40 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #294 of 536 | #466 of 536 |
| National rank | #2471 of 4,090 | #3727 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 725 | 724 |
| Pupils on roll | 725 | 724 |
| Free school meals | 31.2% | 63.7% |
| Capacity filled | 95.9% | 80.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.7 | 37.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 33.6% | 30.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 55.2% | 47% |
| EBacc average points | 3.73 | 3.63 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Chorley | Gorton |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.albanyacademy.co.uk | cedarmount.bright-futures.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Albany Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (39.7 vs 17.0).
- •Albany Academy is the larger school with 725 students compared with 724.
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 Albany Academy better than Cedar Mount Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Albany Academy ranks higher (39.7 vs 17.0 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 Albany Academy and Cedar Mount Academy?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Chorley and Gorton in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Albany Academy: 725. Cedar Mount Academy: 724. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Albany Academy and Cedar Mount Academy rank in North West?
Albany Academy is 294th of 536 and Cedar Mount Academy is 466th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).