English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy vs Urmston Grammar Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 248 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
209 students
Urmston Grammar Academy
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,137 students
| Measure | English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Manchester, North West | Urmston Grammar Academy Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 96 Top 5% | 96 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #33 of 2,286 | #12 of 536 |
| National rank | #211 of 15,697 | #96 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 209 | 1,137 |
| Pupils on roll | 209 | 1,137 |
| Free school meals | 4.3% | 7.3% |
| Capacity filled | 90.9% | 103.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 71.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 94.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 99.3% |
| EBacc average points | – | 7.03 |
| A level points per entry | – | 41.3 |
| town | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | englishmartyrs.trafford.sch.uk | www.urmstongrammar.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (96.3 vs 95.6).
- •Urmston Grammar Academy is the larger school with 1,137 students compared with 209.
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 English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy better than Urmston Grammar Academy?
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 English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy and Urmston Grammar Academy?
About 248 m in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy: 209. Urmston Grammar Academy: 1,137. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy and Urmston Grammar Academy rank in North West?
English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is 33rd of 2,286 and Urmston Grammar Academy is 12th of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).