Markland Hill Primary School vs Whalley Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 27 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Markland Hill Primary School
Bolton · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
315 students
Whalley Church of England Primary School
Clitheroe · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
315 students
| Measure | Markland Hill Primary School Bolton, North West | Whalley Church of England Primary School Clitheroe, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 89 Top 10% | 85 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #120 of 2,286 | #185 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #931 of 15,697 | #1413 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 315 | 315 |
| Pupils on roll | 315 | 315 |
| Free school meals | 6.3% | 6.7% |
| Capacity filled | 99.7% | 100% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 77% | 81% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 32% | 12% |
| 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 | Bolton | Clitheroe |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.markland-hill.bolton.sch.uk | www.whalleyceprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Markland Hill Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (88.9 vs 85.2).
- •Whalley Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (81% vs 77%).
- •Markland Hill Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (32% vs 12%).
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 Markland Hill Primary School better than Whalley Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Markland Hill Primary School ranks higher (88.9 vs 85.2 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 Markland Hill Primary School and Whalley Church of England Primary School?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Bolton and Clitheroe in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Markland Hill Primary School: 315. Whalley Church of England Primary School: 315. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Markland Hill Primary School and Whalley Church of England Primary School rank in North West?
Markland Hill Primary School is 120th of 2,286 and Whalley Church of England Primary School is 185th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).