Energy Coast UTC vs Star Salford Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 141 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Energy Coast UTC
Workington · Academy secondary · Ages 14–19
383 students
Star Salford Academy
Worsley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
389 students
| Measure | Energy Coast UTC Workington, North West | Star Salford Academy Worsley, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 15 Lower 50% | 3 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #480 of 536 | #532 of 536 |
| National rank | #3792 of 4,090 | #4066 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 14–19 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 383 | 389 |
| Pupils on roll | 383 | 389 |
| Free school meals | 32.9% | 61.4% |
| Capacity filled | 68.4% | 51.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 24.2 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 12.4% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 38% | – |
| EBacc average points | 2.30 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Workington | Worsley |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.energycoastutc.co.uk/ | www.starsalford.org/ |
The verdict
- •Energy Coast UTC scores higher on the Success Index (England) (15.4 vs 2.9).
- •Star Salford Academy is the larger school with 389 students compared with 383.
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 Energy Coast UTC better than Star Salford Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Energy Coast UTC ranks higher (15.4 vs 2.9 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 Energy Coast UTC and Star Salford Academy?
About 141 km in a straight line, between Workington and Worsley in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Energy Coast UTC: 383. Star Salford Academy: 389. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Energy Coast UTC and Star Salford Academy rank in North West?
Energy Coast UTC is 480th of 536 and Star Salford Academy is 532nd of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).