Manchester Communication Academy vs Witton Park Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in North West, England, 33 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manchester Communication Academy
Manchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,240 students
Witton Park Academy
Blackburn · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,243 students
| Measure | Manchester Communication Academy Manchester, North West | Witton Park Academy Blackburn, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 34 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #323 of 536 | #358 of 536 |
| National rank | #2770 of 4,090 | #2992 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,240 | 1,243 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,240 | 1,243 |
| Free school meals | 63.1% | 41.8% |
| Capacity filled | 103.3% | 101.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.5 | 40.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 35.9% | 36.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 59.9% | 57.3% |
| EBacc average points | 3.97 | 3.49 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Manchester | Blackburn |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.manchestercommunicationacademy.com/ | www.witton.atctrust.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Manchester Communication Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (33.5 vs 29.3).
- •Witton Park Academy is the larger school with 1,243 students compared with 1,240.
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 Communication Academy better than Witton Park Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Manchester Communication Academy ranks higher (33.5 vs 29.3 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 Communication Academy and Witton Park Academy?
About 33 km in a straight line, between Manchester and Blackburn in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Manchester Communication Academy: 1,240. Witton Park Academy: 1,243. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Manchester Communication Academy and Witton Park Academy rank in North West?
Manchester Communication Academy is 323rd of 536 and Witton Park Academy is 358th of 536 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).