Chelford CofE Primary School vs Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 59 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chelford CofE Primary School
Macclesfield · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
81 students
Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School
Preston · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
81 students
| Measure | Chelford CofE Primary School Macclesfield, North West | Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School Preston, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 64 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #600 of 2,286 | #327 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #5088 of 15,697 | #2787 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 81 | 81 |
| Pupils on roll | 81 | 81 |
| Free school meals | 13.6% | 16% |
| Capacity filled | 90% | 68.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 83% | 80% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 10% |
| 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 | Macclesfield | Preston |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.chelford.cheshire.sch.uk | www.hoolesmprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.1 vs 63.7).
- •Chelford CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (83% vs 80%).
- •Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (10% vs 0%).
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 Chelford CofE Primary School better than Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School ranks higher (76.1 vs 63.7 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 Chelford CofE Primary School and Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School?
About 59 km in a straight line, between Macclesfield and Preston in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chelford CofE Primary School: 81. Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School: 81. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chelford CofE Primary School and Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School rank in North West?
Chelford CofE Primary School is 600th of 2,286 and Hoole St Michael CofE Primary School is 327th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).