Marsden Heights Community College vs Pendle Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 798 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marsden Heights Community College
Nelson · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,047 students
Pendle Primary Academy
Nelson · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
415 students
| Measure | Marsden Heights Community College Nelson, North West | Pendle Primary Academy Nelson, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 30 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #350 of 536 | #1232 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #2950 of 4,090 | #9616 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,047 | 415 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,047 | 415 |
| Free school meals | 35.4% | 30.6% |
| Capacity filled | 99.7% | 98.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 64% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 5% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 40.3 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 33.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 53.8% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.35 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Nelson | Nelson |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.marsdenheights.co.uk/ | www.pendleprimaryacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Pendle Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (42.5 vs 30.3).
- •Marsden Heights Community College is the larger school with 1,047 students compared with 415.
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 Marsden Heights Community College better than Pendle Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Pendle Primary Academy ranks higher (42.5 vs 30.3 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 Marsden Heights Community College and Pendle Primary Academy?
About 798 m in a straight line, between Nelson and Nelson in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Marsden Heights Community College: 1,047. Pendle Primary Academy: 415. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Marsden Heights Community College and Pendle Primary Academy rank in North West?
Marsden Heights Community College is 350th of 536 and Pendle Primary Academy is 1232nd of 2,286 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).