Co-op Academy Walkden vs Mesne Lea Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 556 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Co-op Academy Walkden
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,414 students
Mesne Lea Primary School
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
441 students
| Measure | Co-op Academy Walkden Manchester, North West | Mesne Lea Primary School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #261 of 536 | #1144 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #2256 of 4,090 | #9050 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,414 | 441 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,414 | 441 |
| Free school meals | 29.6% | 25.8% |
| Capacity filled | 94.3% | 98.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 56% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 13% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.6 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 40.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 60.9% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.78 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | walkden.coopacademies.co.uk/ | www.mesnelea.salford.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (44.3 vs 45.1).
- •Co-op Academy Walkden is the larger school with 1,414 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 Walkden better than Mesne Lea Primary School?
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 Walkden and Mesne Lea Primary School?
About 556 m in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Co-op Academy Walkden: 1,414. Mesne Lea Primary School: 441. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Co-op Academy Walkden and Mesne Lea Primary School rank in North West?
Co-op Academy Walkden is 261st of 536 and Mesne Lea Primary School is 1144th of 2,286 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).