Ashton West End Primary Academy vs St Stephen's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 996 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ashton West End Primary Academy
Ashton-under-Lyne · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
432 students
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
| Measure | Ashton West End Primary Academy Ashton-under-Lyne, North West | St Stephen's CofE Primary School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 29 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1647 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #12387 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 432 | – |
| Pupils on roll | 432 | – |
| Free school meals | 43.3% | – |
| Capacity filled | 98.2% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| 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 | Ashton-under-Lyne | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.ashtonwestendprimary.co.uk/ | www.ststephensprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
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 West End Primary Academy better than St Stephen's CofE Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Ashton West End Primary Academy and St Stephen's CofE Primary School?
About 996 m in a straight line, between Ashton-under-Lyne and Manchester in North West.
How do Ashton West End Primary Academy and St Stephen's CofE Primary School rank in North West?
Ashton West End Primary Academy is 1647th of 2,286 and St Stephen's CofE Primary School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).