Co-op Academy Strinesdale vs Dallam School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 88 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Co-op Academy Strinesdale
Oldham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
761 students
Dallam School
Cumbria · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
761 students
| Measure | Co-op Academy Strinesdale Oldham, North West | Dallam School Cumbria, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 12 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #500 of 536 | #228 of 536 |
| National rank | #3889 of 4,090 | #1963 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 761 | 761 |
| Pupils on roll | 761 | 761 |
| Free school meals | 54.3% | 15% |
| Capacity filled | 50.7% | 66.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 34.0 | 44.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 22% | 34.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 39% | 62.6% |
| EBacc average points | 2.98 | 3.73 |
| A level points per entry | – | 31.9 |
| town | Oldham | Cumbria |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.strinesdale.coopacademies.co.uk/ | www.dallamschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Dallam School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (50.0 vs 12.4).
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 Strinesdale better than Dallam School?
On the Success Index (England), Dallam School ranks higher (50.0 vs 12.4 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 Strinesdale and Dallam School?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Oldham and Cumbria in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Co-op Academy Strinesdale: 761. Dallam School: 761. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Co-op Academy Strinesdale and Dallam School rank in North West?
Co-op Academy Strinesdale is 500th of 536 and Dallam School is 228th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).