Laurus Ryecroft vs Oulder Hill Leadership Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 14 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Laurus Ryecroft
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,153 students
Oulder Hill Leadership Academy
Rochdale · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,152 students
| Measure | Laurus Ryecroft Manchester, North West | Oulder Hill Leadership Academy Rochdale, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #160 of 536 | #252 of 536 |
| National rank | #1395 of 4,090 | #2177 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,153 | 1,152 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,153 | 1,152 |
| Free school meals | 38.3% | 36.3% |
| Capacity filled | 85.4% | 76.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 51.6 | 44.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 50.5% | 46.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 73.6% | 65.6% |
| EBacc average points | 4.76 | 4.13 |
| A level points per entry | 35.5 | – |
| town | Manchester | Rochdale |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.laurusryecroft.org.uk | – |
The verdict
- •Laurus Ryecroft scores higher on the Success Index (England) (61.6 vs 45.8).
- •Laurus Ryecroft is the larger school with 1,153 students compared with 1,152.
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 Laurus Ryecroft better than Oulder Hill Leadership Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Laurus Ryecroft ranks higher (61.6 vs 45.8 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 Laurus Ryecroft and Oulder Hill Leadership Academy?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Rochdale in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Laurus Ryecroft: 1,153. Oulder Hill Leadership Academy: 1,152. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Laurus Ryecroft and Oulder Hill Leadership Academy rank in North West?
Laurus Ryecroft is 160th of 536 and Oulder Hill Leadership Academy is 252nd of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).