Broughton Hall Catholic High School vs Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 201 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Broughton Hall Catholic High School
Liverpool · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,175 students
Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School
Liverpool · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,338 students
| Measure | Broughton Hall Catholic High School Liverpool, North West | Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School Liverpool, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 26 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #388 of 536 | #359 of 536 |
| National rank | #3160 of 4,090 | #2993 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,175 | 1,338 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,175 | 1,338 |
| Free school meals | 37% | 32.8% |
| Capacity filled | 92.2% | 96% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.2 | 40.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 23.7% | 28.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 50.5% | 55.4% |
| EBacc average points | 3.27 | 3.18 |
| A level points per entry | 31.5 | 28.2 |
| town | Liverpool | Liverpool |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.broughtonhall.com | www.cardinal-heenan.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (29.2 vs 25.8).
- •Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School is the larger school with 1,338 students compared with 1,175.
- •Broughton Hall Catholic High School is girls and Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School is boys.
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 Broughton Hall Catholic High School better than Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School?
On the Success Index (England), Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School ranks higher (29.2 vs 25.8 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 Broughton Hall Catholic High School and Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School?
About 201 m in a straight line, between Liverpool and Liverpool in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Broughton Hall Catholic High School: 1,175. Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School: 1,338. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Broughton Hall Catholic High School and Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School rank in North West?
Broughton Hall Catholic High School is 388th of 536 and Cardinal Heenan Catholic High School is 359th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).