Canon Johnson CofE Primary School vs Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 571 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canon Johnson CofE Primary School
Ashton-under-Lyne · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
227 students
Holy Trinity CofE Primary School
Ashton-under-Lyne · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
233 students
| Measure | Canon Johnson CofE Primary School Ashton-under-Lyne, North West | Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Ashton-under-Lyne, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1582 of 2,286 | #1571 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #11991 of 15,697 | #11930 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 227 | 233 |
| Pupils on roll | 227 | 233 |
| Free school meals | 53.3% | 68.3% |
| Capacity filled | 108.1% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 62% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 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 | Ashton-under-Lyne |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.canonjohnson.co.uk/ | www.holytrinity.tameside.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (31.2 vs 31.5).
- •Holy Trinity CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (67% vs 62%).
- •Canon Johnson CofE Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (3% vs 0%).
- •Holy Trinity CofE Primary School is the larger school with 233 students compared with 227.
- •Canon Johnson CofE Primary School is a academy school while Holy Trinity CofE Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Canon Johnson CofE Primary School better than Holy Trinity 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 Canon Johnson CofE Primary School and Holy Trinity CofE Primary School?
About 571 m in a straight line, between Ashton-under-Lyne and Ashton-under-Lyne in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Canon Johnson CofE Primary School: 227. Holy Trinity CofE Primary School: 233. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Canon Johnson CofE Primary School and Holy Trinity CofE Primary School rank in North West?
Canon Johnson CofE Primary School is 1582nd of 2,286 and Holy Trinity CofE Primary School is 1571st of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).