Manchester Academy vs Parrenthorn High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 9.9 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manchester Academy
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,025 students
Parrenthorn High School
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,025 students
| Measure | Manchester Academy Manchester, North West | Parrenthorn High School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 37 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #310 of 536 | #267 of 536 |
| National rank | #2587 of 4,090 | #2280 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,025 | 1,025 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,025 | 1,025 |
| Free school meals | 58.8% | 29.9% |
| Capacity filled | 87.6% | 97.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 38% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 57.6% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.25 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.manchester-academy.org/ | www.parrenthorn.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Parrenthorn High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.9 vs 37.3).
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 Manchester Academy better than Parrenthorn High School?
On the Success Index (England), Parrenthorn High School ranks higher (43.9 vs 37.3 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 Manchester Academy and Parrenthorn High School?
About 9.9 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Manchester Academy: 1,025. Parrenthorn High School: 1,025. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Manchester Academy and Parrenthorn High School rank in North West?
Manchester Academy is 310th of 536 and Parrenthorn High School is 267th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).