Lord Derby Academy vs Willow Tree Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 876 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lord Derby Academy
Liverpool · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,076 students
Willow Tree Primary School
Liverpool · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
176 students
| Measure | Lord Derby Academy Liverpool, North West | Willow Tree Primary School Liverpool, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 21 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #426 of 536 | #1971 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #3469 of 4,090 | #14291 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,076 | 176 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,076 | 176 |
| Free school meals | 56.9% | 62.9% |
| Capacity filled | 97.8% | 87.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 56% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.9 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 27.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 52.9% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.68 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Liverpool | Liverpool |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | lordderbyacademy.co.uk/ | www.willowtree.knowsley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Lord Derby Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (20.9 vs 18.0).
- •Lord Derby Academy is the larger school with 1,076 students compared with 176.
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 Lord Derby Academy better than Willow Tree Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Lord Derby Academy ranks higher (20.9 vs 18.0 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 Lord Derby Academy and Willow Tree Primary School?
About 876 m in a straight line, between Liverpool and Liverpool in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Lord Derby Academy: 1,076. Willow Tree Primary School: 176. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Lord Derby Academy and Willow Tree Primary School rank in North West?
Lord Derby Academy is 426th of 536 and Willow Tree Primary School is 1971st of 2,286 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).