Atherton High School vs Fred Longworth High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Atherton High School
Atherton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
561 students
Fred Longworth High School
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,283 students
| Measure | Atherton High School Atherton, North West | Fred Longworth High School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 21 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #420 of 536 | #200 of 536 |
| National rank | #3436 of 4,090 | #1716 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 561 | 1,283 |
| Pupils on roll | 561 | 1,283 |
| Free school meals | 47.4% | 25.2% |
| Capacity filled | 102% | 100.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.3 | 45.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 25.8% | 44.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 51.7% | 65.3% |
| EBacc average points | 3.48 | 4.05 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Atherton | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.athertonhigh.com/ | flhs.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Fred Longworth High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.0 vs 21.3).
- •Fred Longworth High School is the larger school with 1,283 students compared with 561.
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 Atherton High School better than Fred Longworth High School?
On the Success Index (England), Fred Longworth High School ranks higher (55.0 vs 21.3 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 Atherton High School and Fred Longworth High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Atherton and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Atherton High School: 561. Fred Longworth High School: 1,283. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Atherton High School and Fred Longworth High School rank in North West?
Atherton High School is 420th of 536 and Fred Longworth High School is 200th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).