Ashton Community Science College vs St Damian's RC Science College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 53 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashton Community Science College
Preston · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
837 students
St Damian's RC Science College
Ashton-under-Lyne · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
829 students
| Measure | Ashton Community Science College Preston, North West | St Damian's RC Science College Ashton-under-Lyne, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 42 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #281 of 536 | #78 of 536 |
| National rank | #2361 of 4,090 | #720 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 837 | 829 |
| Pupils on roll | 837 | 829 |
| Free school meals | 36.9% | 25.9% |
| Capacity filled | 104.6% | 100.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.6 | 55.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 38.2% | 60.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 59.6% | 86.3% |
| EBacc average points | 3.74 | 5.12 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Preston | Ashton-under-Lyne |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.ashtoncsc.lancs.sch.uk/ | www.stdamians.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St Damian's RC Science College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.9 vs 41.7).
- •Ashton Community Science College is the larger school with 837 students compared with 829.
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 Ashton Community Science College better than St Damian's RC Science College?
On the Success Index (England), St Damian's RC Science College ranks higher (76.9 vs 41.7 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 Ashton Community Science College and St Damian's RC Science College?
About 53 km in a straight line, between Preston and Ashton-under-Lyne in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ashton Community Science College: 837. St Damian's RC Science College: 829. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ashton Community Science College and St Damian's RC Science College rank in North West?
Ashton Community Science College is 281st of 536 and St Damian's RC Science College is 78th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).