Droylsden Academy vs Werneth School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 8.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Droylsden Academy
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
926 students
Werneth School
Stockport · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
925 students
| Measure | Droylsden Academy Manchester, North West | Werneth School Stockport, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 54 Top 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #202 of 536 | #427 of 536 |
| National rank | #1795 of 4,090 | #3472 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 926 | 925 |
| Pupils on roll | 926 | 925 |
| Free school meals | 39.5% | 38.3% |
| Capacity filled | 99.6% | 74% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 47.7 | 36.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 49.1% | 25.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.6% | 46.4% |
| EBacc average points | 4.34 | 3.04 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Manchester | Stockport |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.droylsdenacademy.com/ | www.wernethschool.com |
The verdict
- •Droylsden Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (53.7 vs 20.9).
- •Droylsden Academy is the larger school with 926 students compared with 925.
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 Droylsden Academy better than Werneth School?
On the Success Index (England), Droylsden Academy ranks higher (53.7 vs 20.9 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 Droylsden Academy and Werneth School?
About 8.4 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Stockport in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Droylsden Academy: 926. Werneth School: 925. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Droylsden Academy and Werneth School rank in North West?
Droylsden Academy is 202nd of 536 and Werneth School is 427th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).