All Hallows Catholic High School vs Ashbridge Independent School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 656 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
All Hallows Catholic High School
Preston · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
911 students
Ashbridge Independent School
Preston · Independent primary · Ages 4–11
127 students
| Measure | All Hallows Catholic High School Preston, North West | Ashbridge Independent School Preston, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 86 Top 10% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #41 of 536 | – |
| National rank | #385 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 911 | 127 |
| Pupils on roll | 911 | 127 |
| Free school meals | 10.1% | – |
| Capacity filled | 102.4% | 79.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 55.6 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 57.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 81.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.74 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Preston | Preston |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.allhallows.lancs.sch.uk | www.ashbridgeschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •All Hallows Catholic High School is the larger school with 911 students compared with 127.
- •All Hallows Catholic High School is a local authority school while Ashbridge Independent School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is All Hallows Catholic High School better than Ashbridge Independent School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are All Hallows Catholic High School and Ashbridge Independent School?
About 656 m in a straight line, between Preston and Preston in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
All Hallows Catholic High School: 911. Ashbridge Independent School: 127. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do All Hallows Catholic High School and Ashbridge Independent School rank in North West?
All Hallows Catholic High School is 41st of 536 and Ashbridge Independent School is unranked among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).