Linaker Primary School vs St Silas Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 28 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linaker Primary School
Southport · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
359 students
St Silas Church of England Primary School
Liverpool · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
358 students
| Measure | Linaker Primary School Southport, North West | St Silas Church of England Primary School Liverpool, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 23 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1833 of 2,286 | #1316 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #13481 of 15,697 | #10308 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 359 | 358 |
| Pupils on roll | 359 | 358 |
| Free school meals | 35.9% | 58.4% |
| Capacity filled | 68.4% | 149.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 56% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 15% |
| 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 | Southport | Liverpool |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.linakerschool.co.uk/ | www.stsilasprimaryschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St Silas Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (39.3 vs 23.3).
- •Linaker Primary School is the larger school with 359 students compared with 358.
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 Linaker Primary School better than St Silas Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Silas Church of England Primary School ranks higher (39.3 vs 23.3 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 Linaker Primary School and St Silas Church of England Primary School?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Southport and Liverpool in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Linaker Primary School: 359. St Silas Church of England Primary School: 358. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Linaker Primary School and St Silas Church of England Primary School rank in North West?
Linaker Primary School is 1833rd of 2,286 and St Silas Church of England Primary School is 1316th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).