All Hallows Catholic High School vs St Patrick's RC High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 38 km 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
St Patrick's RC High School
Manchester · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
912 students
| Measure | All Hallows Catholic High School Preston, North West | St Patrick's RC High School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 86 Top 10% | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #41 of 536 | #80 of 536 |
| National rank | #385 of 4,090 | #728 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 911 | 912 |
| Pupils on roll | 911 | 912 |
| Free school meals | 10.1% | 21.4% |
| Capacity filled | 102.4% | 101.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 55.6 | 53.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 57.5% | 55.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 81.2% | 78.7% |
| EBacc average points | 4.74 | 5.18 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Preston | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.allhallows.lancs.sch.uk | www.stpatricksrchigh.co.uk |
The verdict
- •All Hallows Catholic High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (86.2 vs 76.7).
- •St Patrick's RC High School is the larger school with 912 students compared with 911.
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 High School better than St Patrick's RC High School?
On the Success Index (England), All Hallows Catholic High School ranks higher (86.2 vs 76.7 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 High School and St Patrick's RC High School?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Preston and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
All Hallows Catholic High School: 911. St Patrick's RC High School: 912. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do All Hallows Catholic High School and St Patrick's RC High School rank in North West?
All Hallows Catholic High School is 41st of 536 and St Patrick's RC High School is 80th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).