Co-op Academy Bebington vs Kirkby High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 16 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Co-op Academy Bebington
Wirral · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,044 students
Kirkby High School
Liverpool · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,042 students
| Measure | Co-op Academy Bebington Wirral, North West | Kirkby High School Liverpool, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 17 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #470 of 536 | #517 of 536 |
| National rank | #3742 of 4,090 | #3969 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,044 | 1,042 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,044 | 1,042 |
| Free school meals | 52.7% | 59.2% |
| Capacity filled | 83.1% | 104.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 37.3 | 31.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 28.9% | 20% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 46% | 37.3% |
| EBacc average points | 3.04 | 2.55 |
| A level points per entry | 25.1 | – |
| town | Wirral | Liverpool |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | bebington.coopacademies.co.uk | kirkbyhighschool.net/ |
The verdict
- •Co-op Academy Bebington scores higher on the Success Index (England) (16.6 vs 9.7).
- •Co-op Academy Bebington is the larger school with 1,044 students compared with 1,042.
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 Co-op Academy Bebington better than Kirkby High School?
On the Success Index (England), Co-op Academy Bebington ranks higher (16.6 vs 9.7 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 Co-op Academy Bebington and Kirkby High School?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Wirral and Liverpool in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Co-op Academy Bebington: 1,044. Kirkby High School: 1,042. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Co-op Academy Bebington and Kirkby High School rank in North West?
Co-op Academy Bebington is 470th of 536 and Kirkby High School is 517th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).