Co-op Academy Bebington vs Morecambe Bay Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 81 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
Morecambe Bay Academy
Morecambe · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,045 students
| Measure | Co-op Academy Bebington Wirral, North West | Morecambe Bay Academy Morecambe, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 17 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #470 of 536 | #462 of 536 |
| National rank | #3742 of 4,090 | #3716 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,044 | 1,045 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,044 | 1,045 |
| Free school meals | 52.7% | 43.6% |
| Capacity filled | 83.1% | 67.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 37.3 | 36.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 28.9% | 21.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 46% | 43.5% |
| EBacc average points | 3.04 | 3.03 |
| A level points per entry | 25.1 | 26.8 |
| town | Wirral | Morecambe |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | bebington.coopacademies.co.uk | www.morecambebayacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (16.6 vs 17.2).
- •Morecambe Bay Academy is the larger school with 1,045 students compared with 1,044.
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 Morecambe Bay Academy?
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 Co-op Academy Bebington and Morecambe Bay Academy?
About 81 km in a straight line, between Wirral and Morecambe in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Co-op Academy Bebington: 1,044. Morecambe Bay Academy: 1,045. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Co-op Academy Bebington and Morecambe Bay Academy rank in North West?
Co-op Academy Bebington is 470th of 536 and Morecambe Bay Academy is 462nd of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).