Altrincham Grammar School for Boys vs Co-op Academy Failsworth
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 20 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Altrincham Grammar School for Boys
Altrincham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,432 students
Co-op Academy Failsworth
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,434 students
| Measure | Altrincham Grammar School for Boys Altrincham, North West | Co-op Academy Failsworth Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 98 Top 5% | 31 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #2 of 536 | #343 of 536 |
| National rank | #25 of 4,090 | #2890 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,432 | 1,434 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,432 | 1,434 |
| Free school meals | 5.7% | 44.4% |
| Capacity filled | 116.3% | 95.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 78.5 | 43.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 98.5% | 30.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 100% | 57.7% |
| EBacc average points | 7.21 | 3.49 |
| A level points per entry | 45.5 | – |
| town | Altrincham | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.agsb.co.uk | failsworth.coopacademies.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Altrincham Grammar School for Boys scores higher on the Success Index (England) (98.1 vs 31.3).
- •Co-op Academy Failsworth is the larger school with 1,434 students compared with 1,432.
- •Altrincham Grammar School for Boys is boys and Co-op Academy Failsworth is co-educational.
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 Altrincham Grammar School for Boys better than Co-op Academy Failsworth?
On the Success Index (England), Altrincham Grammar School for Boys ranks higher (98.1 vs 31.3 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 Altrincham Grammar School for Boys and Co-op Academy Failsworth?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Altrincham and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Altrincham Grammar School for Boys: 1,432. Co-op Academy Failsworth: 1,434. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Altrincham Grammar School for Boys and Co-op Academy Failsworth rank in North West?
Altrincham Grammar School for Boys is 2nd of 536 and Co-op Academy Failsworth is 343rd of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).