Ash Grove Academy vs Dukesgate Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 38 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ash Grove Academy
Macclesfield · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
227 students
Dukesgate Academy
Salford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
227 students
| Measure | Ash Grove Academy Macclesfield, North West | Dukesgate Academy Salford, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 32 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1542 of 2,286 | #726 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #11773 of 15,697 | #6028 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 227 | 227 |
| Pupils on roll | 227 | 227 |
| Free school meals | 29.8% | 63% |
| Capacity filled | 111.3% | 129.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 58% | 76% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 10% |
| 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 | Macclesfield | Salford |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.ashgrove.cheshire.sch.uk | www.dukesgateacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Dukesgate Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (59.1 vs 32.3).
- •Dukesgate Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (76% vs 58%).
- •Dukesgate Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (10% 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 Ash Grove Academy better than Dukesgate Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Dukesgate Academy ranks higher (59.1 vs 32.3 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 Ash Grove Academy and Dukesgate Academy?
About 38 km in a straight line, between Macclesfield and Salford in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ash Grove Academy: 227. Dukesgate Academy: 227. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ash Grove Academy and Dukesgate Academy rank in North West?
Ash Grove Academy is 1542nd of 2,286 and Dukesgate Academy is 726th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).