All Hallows Catholic College vs Sharples School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 43 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
All Hallows Catholic College
Macclesfield · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,216 students
Sharples School
Bolton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,214 students
| Measure | All Hallows Catholic College Macclesfield, North West | Sharples School Bolton, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 72 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #108 of 536 | #81 of 536 |
| National rank | #951 of 4,090 | #733 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,216 | 1,214 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,216 | 1,214 |
| Free school meals | 18.4% | 27.5% |
| Capacity filled | 101.3% | 112.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.6 | 55.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 53.1% | 61.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 70.8% | 82.2% |
| EBacc average points | 4.39 | 4.73 |
| A level points per entry | 37.3 | – |
| town | Macclesfield | Bolton |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.allhallows.org.uk/ | www.sharplesschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Sharples School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.6 vs 71.6).
- •All Hallows Catholic College is the larger school with 1,216 students compared with 1,214.
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 All Hallows Catholic College better than Sharples School?
On the Success Index (England), Sharples School ranks higher (76.6 vs 71.6 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 All Hallows Catholic College and Sharples School?
About 43 km in a straight line, between Macclesfield and Bolton in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
All Hallows Catholic College: 1,216. Sharples School: 1,214. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do All Hallows Catholic College and Sharples School rank in North West?
All Hallows Catholic College is 108th of 536 and Sharples School is 81st of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).