English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy vs Urmston Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 143 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 Primary School
Manchester · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
497 students
| Measure | English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Manchester, North West | Urmston Primary School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 96 Top 5% | 76 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #33 of 2,286 | #334 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #211 of 15,697 | #2832 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 209 | 497 |
| Pupils on roll | 209 | 497 |
| Free school meals | 4.3% | 6.3% |
| Capacity filled | 90.9% | 96.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 69% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 17% |
| 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 | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | englishmartyrs.trafford.sch.uk | www.urmstonprimary.com |
The verdict
- •English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (96.3 vs 75.9).
- •Urmston Primary School is the larger school with 497 students compared with 209.
- •English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is a academy school while Urmston Primary School is a local authority 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 English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy better than Urmston Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy ranks higher (96.3 vs 75.9 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 English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy and Urmston Primary School?
About 143 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 Primary School: 497. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy and Urmston Primary School rank in North West?
English Martyrs' RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy is 33rd of 2,286 and Urmston Primary School is 334th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).