Chowbent Primary School vs Sacred Heart RC Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chowbent Primary School
Manchester · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
147 students
Sacred Heart RC Primary School
Manchester · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
178 students
| Measure | Chowbent Primary School Manchester, North West | Sacred Heart RC Primary School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 28 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1690 of 2,286 | #1694 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #12670 of 15,697 | #12696 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 147 | 178 |
| Pupils on roll | 147 | 178 |
| Free school meals | 36.1% | 38.8% |
| Capacity filled | 70% | 84.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 36% | 61% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | 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 | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.chowbent.wigan.sch.uk | www.athertonsacredheart.wigan.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (27.7 vs 27.6).
- •Sacred Heart RC Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (61% vs 36%).
- •Chowbent Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 0%).
- •Sacred Heart RC Primary School is the larger school with 178 students compared with 147.
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 Chowbent Primary School better than Sacred Heart RC 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 Chowbent Primary School and Sacred Heart RC Primary School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chowbent Primary School: 147. Sacred Heart RC Primary School: 178. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chowbent Primary School and Sacred Heart RC Primary School rank in North West?
Chowbent Primary School is 1690th of 2,286 and Sacred Heart RC Primary School is 1694th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).