Fulwood Academy vs St Pius X Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 840 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fulwood Academy
Preston · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
973 students
St Pius X Preparatory School
Preston · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
131 students
| Measure | Fulwood Academy Preston, North West | St Pius X Preparatory School Preston, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 29 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #366 of 536 | – |
| National rank | #3024 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 973 | 131 |
| Pupils on roll | 973 | 131 |
| Free school meals | 43% | – |
| Capacity filled | 97.3% | 46.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 41.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 51.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.78 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Preston | Preston |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.fulwoodacademy.co.uk/ | www.stpiusx.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Fulwood Academy is the larger school with 973 students compared with 131.
- •Fulwood Academy is a academy school while St Pius X Preparatory 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 Fulwood Academy better than St Pius X Preparatory 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 Fulwood Academy and St Pius X Preparatory School?
About 840 m in a straight line, between Preston and Preston in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fulwood Academy: 973. St Pius X Preparatory School: 131. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fulwood Academy and St Pius X Preparatory School rank in North West?
Fulwood Academy is 366th of 536 and St Pius X Preparatory School is unranked among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).