Co-op Academy Failsworth vs Greater Manchester Independent School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 569 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Co-op Academy Failsworth
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,434 students
Greater Manchester Independent School
Manchester · Independent secondary · Ages 11–18
62 students
| Measure | Co-op Academy Failsworth Manchester, North West | Greater Manchester Independent School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 3 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #343 of 536 | #534 of 536 |
| National rank | #2890 of 4,090 | #4074 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,434 | 62 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,434 | 62 |
| Free school meals | 44.4% | – |
| Capacity filled | 95.6% | 155% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.0 | 3.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 30.5% | 0% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 57.7% | 0% |
| EBacc average points | 3.49 | 0.20 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | failsworth.coopacademies.co.uk | – |
The verdict
- •Co-op Academy Failsworth scores higher on the Success Index (England) (31.3 vs 2.5).
- •Co-op Academy Failsworth is the larger school with 1,434 students compared with 62.
- •Co-op Academy Failsworth is a academy school while Greater Manchester Independent School is a independent 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 Co-op Academy Failsworth better than Greater Manchester Independent School?
On the Success Index (England), Co-op Academy Failsworth ranks higher (31.3 vs 2.5 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 Failsworth and Greater Manchester Independent School?
About 569 m in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Co-op Academy Failsworth: 1,434. Greater Manchester Independent School: 62. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Co-op Academy Failsworth and Greater Manchester Independent School rank in North West?
Co-op Academy Failsworth is 343rd of 536 and Greater Manchester Independent School is 534th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).