Alt Academy vs St Hugh's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 362 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alt Academy
Oldham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
343 students
St Hugh's CofE Primary School
Oldham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
211 students
| Measure | Alt Academy Oldham, North West | St Hugh's CofE Primary School Oldham, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #2138 of 2,286 | #2105 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #15085 of 15,697 | #14923 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 343 | 211 |
| Pupils on roll | 343 | 211 |
| Free school meals | 56.7% | 58.3% |
| Capacity filled | 102.4% | 89.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 40% | 50% |
| 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.st-hughs.oldham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •St Hugh's CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (13.1 vs 11.6).
- •St Hugh's CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (50% vs 40%).
- •Alt Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (2% vs 0%).
- •Alt Academy is the larger school with 343 students compared with 211.
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 St Hugh's CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Hugh's CofE Primary School ranks higher (13.1 vs 11.6 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 Alt Academy and St Hugh's CofE Primary School?
About 362 m in a straight line, between Oldham and Oldham in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alt Academy: 343. St Hugh's CofE Primary School: 211. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alt Academy and St Hugh's CofE Primary School rank in North West?
Alt Academy is 2138th of 2,286 and St Hugh's CofE Primary School is 2105th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).