Arlies Primary School vs St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 24 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arlies Primary School
Stalybridge · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
178 students
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom
Bury · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
178 students
| Measure | Arlies Primary School Stalybridge, North West | St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom Bury, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 16 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #2045 of 2,286 | #1233 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #14611 of 15,697 | #9619 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 178 | 178 |
| Pupils on roll | 178 | 178 |
| Free school meals | 37.6% | 12.4% |
| Capacity filled | 66.9% | 84.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 37% | 50% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 9% |
| 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 | Stalybridge | Bury |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.arlies.tameside.sch.uk/ | www.standrewsramsbottom.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom scores higher on the Success Index (England) (42.5 vs 15.6).
- •St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (50% vs 37%).
- •St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom does better on ks2: higher standard (9% vs 3%).
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 Arlies Primary School better than St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom?
On the Success Index (England), St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom ranks higher (42.5 vs 15.6 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 Arlies Primary School and St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Stalybridge and Bury in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arlies Primary School: 178. St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom: 178. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arlies Primary School and St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom rank in North West?
Arlies Primary School is 2045th of 2,286 and St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom is 1233rd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).