Elmridge Primary School vs St Ambrose Prep School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 500 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmridge Primary School
Altrincham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
199 students
St Ambrose Prep School
Cheshire · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
132 students
| Measure | Elmridge Primary School Altrincham, North West | St Ambrose Prep School Cheshire, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 69 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #474 of 2,286 | – |
| National rank | #4008 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 199 | 132 |
| Pupils on roll | 199 | 132 |
| Free school meals | 10.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 81.6% | 63.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 19% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Altrincham | Cheshire |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.elmridge.bright-futures.co.uk | www.stambroseprep.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Elmridge Primary School is the larger school with 199 students compared with 132.
- •Elmridge Primary School is a academy school while St Ambrose Prep School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Elmridge Primary School better than St Ambrose Prep 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 Elmridge Primary School and St Ambrose Prep School?
About 500 m in a straight line, between Altrincham and Cheshire in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Elmridge Primary School: 199. St Ambrose Prep School: 132. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Elmridge Primary School and St Ambrose Prep School rank in North West?
Elmridge Primary School is 474th of 2,286 and St Ambrose Prep School is unranked among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).