Co-op Academy Manchester vs E-ACT Blackley Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 633 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Co-op Academy Manchester
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,554 students
E-ACT Blackley Academy
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
441 students
| Measure | Co-op Academy Manchester Manchester, North West | E-ACT Blackley Academy Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 36 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #315 of 536 | #1407 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #2639 of 4,090 | #10927 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,554 | 441 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,554 | 441 |
| Free school meals | 52.8% | 62.4% |
| Capacity filled | 94.2% | 91.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.9 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 37% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 57.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.79 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | manchester.coopacademies.co.uk | blackleyacademy.e-act.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (36.3 vs 36.5).
- •Co-op Academy Manchester is the larger school with 1,554 students compared with 441.
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 Manchester better than E-ACT Blackley 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 Manchester and E-ACT Blackley Academy?
About 633 m in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Co-op Academy Manchester: 1,554. E-ACT Blackley Academy: 441. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Co-op Academy Manchester and E-ACT Blackley Academy rank in North West?
Co-op Academy Manchester is 315th of 536 and E-ACT Blackley Academy is 1407th of 2,286 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).