Anchorsholme Primary Academy vs Montgomery Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 1.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anchorsholme Primary Academy
Thornton-Cleveleys · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
595 students
Montgomery Academy
Blackpool · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,192 students
| Measure | Anchorsholme Primary Academy Thornton-Cleveleys, North West | Montgomery Academy Blackpool, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1329 of 2,286 | #367 of 536 |
| National rank | #10386 of 15,697 | #3030 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 595 | 1,192 |
| Pupils on roll | 595 | 1,192 |
| Free school meals | 17.3% | 36.8% |
| Capacity filled | 94.4% | 95.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 40.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 31.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 57% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.42 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Thornton-Cleveleys | Blackpool |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.anchorsholme.co.uk | www.montgomeryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Anchorsholme Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (38.8 vs 28.7).
- •Montgomery Academy is the larger school with 1,192 students compared with 595.
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 Anchorsholme Primary Academy better than Montgomery Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Anchorsholme Primary Academy ranks higher (38.8 vs 28.7 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 Anchorsholme Primary Academy and Montgomery Academy?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Thornton-Cleveleys and Blackpool in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Anchorsholme Primary Academy: 595. Montgomery Academy: 1,192. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Anchorsholme Primary Academy and Montgomery Academy rank in North West?
Anchorsholme Primary Academy is 1329th of 2,286 and Montgomery Academy is 367th of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).