Dixons Pennine Academy vs West Hill School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 1.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dixons Pennine Academy
Stalybridge · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
592 students
West Hill School
Stalybridge · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
852 students
| Measure | Dixons Pennine Academy Stalybridge, North West | West Hill School Stalybridge, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 16 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #474 of 536 | #279 of 536 |
| National rank | #3779 of 4,090 | #2341 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 592 | 852 |
| Pupils on roll | 592 | 852 |
| Free school meals | 43.2% | 30.5% |
| Capacity filled | 74.9% | 100.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 35.8 | 43.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 13.3% | 38.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 34.3% | 60.9% |
| EBacc average points | 2.93 | 3.47 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Stalybridge | Stalybridge |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.dixonspa.com | www.westhillschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •West Hill School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (42.3 vs 15.8).
- •West Hill School is the larger school with 852 students compared with 592.
- •Dixons Pennine Academy is co-educational and West Hill School is boys.
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 Dixons Pennine Academy better than West Hill School?
On the Success Index (England), West Hill School ranks higher (42.3 vs 15.8 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 Dixons Pennine Academy and West Hill School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Stalybridge and Stalybridge in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Dixons Pennine Academy: 592. West Hill School: 852. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Dixons Pennine Academy and West Hill School rank in North West?
Dixons Pennine Academy is 474th of 536 and West Hill School is 279th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).