Johnson Fold Community Primary School vs Smithills School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Johnson Fold Community Primary School
Bolton · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
Smithills School
Bolton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,203 students
| Measure | Johnson Fold Community Primary School Bolton, North West | Smithills School Bolton, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 18 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #456 of 536 |
| National rank | – | #3684 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | – | 1,203 |
| Pupils on roll | – | 1,203 |
| Free school meals | – | 41.8% |
| Capacity filled | – | 96.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 36.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 20.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 47% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.25 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Bolton | Bolton |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.johnsonfold.bolton.sch.uk | www.smithillsschool.net/ |
The verdict
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 Johnson Fold Community Primary School better than Smithills 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 Johnson Fold Community Primary School and Smithills School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Bolton and Bolton in North West.
How do Johnson Fold Community Primary School and Smithills School rank in North West?
Johnson Fold Community Primary School is unranked and Smithills School is 456th of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).