Alt Academy vs Medlock Valley Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alt Academy
Oldham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
343 students
Medlock Valley Primary School
Oldham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
337 students
| Measure | Alt Academy Oldham, North West | Medlock Valley Primary School Oldham, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 12 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #2138 of 2,286 | #2144 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #15085 of 15,697 | #15121 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 343 | 337 |
| Pupils on roll | 343 | 337 |
| Free school meals | 56.7% | 62.8% |
| Capacity filled | 102.4% | 98.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 40% | 48% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Oldham | Oldham |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.alt.theharmonytrust.org | www.medlockvalley.oldham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (11.6 vs 11.3).
- •Medlock Valley Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (48% vs 40%).
- •Alt Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (2% vs 0%).
- •Alt Academy is the larger school with 343 students compared with 337.
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 Alt Academy better than Medlock Valley Primary 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 Alt Academy and Medlock Valley Primary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Oldham and Oldham in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alt Academy: 343. Medlock Valley Primary School: 337. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alt Academy and Medlock Valley Primary School rank in North West?
Alt Academy is 2138th of 2,286 and Medlock Valley Primary School is 2144th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).