Bamford Academy vs Matthew Moss High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bamford Academy
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
324 students
Matthew Moss High School
Rochdale · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,198 students
| Measure | Bamford Academy Manchester, North West | Matthew Moss High School Rochdale, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 25 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1761 of 2,286 | #389 of 536 |
| National rank | #13101 of 15,697 | #3162 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 324 | 1,198 |
| Pupils on roll | 324 | 1,198 |
| Free school meals | 16.4% | 44.2% |
| Capacity filled | 83.1% | 99.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 50% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 39.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 34.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 53.1% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.37 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Manchester | Rochdale |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.bamfordacademy.co.uk | www.mmhs.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (25.4 vs 25.7).
- •Matthew Moss High School is the larger school with 1,198 students compared with 324.
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 Bamford Academy better than Matthew Moss High 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 Bamford Academy and Matthew Moss High School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Rochdale in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bamford Academy: 324. Matthew Moss High School: 1,198. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bamford Academy and Matthew Moss High School rank in North West?
Bamford Academy is 1761st of 2,286 and Matthew Moss High School is 389th of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).