Montgomery Academy vs Norbreck Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Montgomery Academy
Blackpool · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,192 students
Norbreck Primary Academy
Thornton-Cleveleys · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
593 students
| Measure | Montgomery Academy Blackpool, North West | Norbreck Primary Academy Thornton-Cleveleys, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 29 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #367 of 536 | #1869 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #3030 of 4,090 | #13678 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 1,192 | 593 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,192 | 593 |
| Free school meals | 36.8% | 18.4% |
| Capacity filled | 95.4% | 94.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 47% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 40.0 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 57% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.42 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Blackpool | Thornton-Cleveleys |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.montgomeryschool.co.uk | www.norbreck.blackpool.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Montgomery Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (28.7 vs 22.0).
- •Montgomery Academy is the larger school with 1,192 students compared with 593.
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 Montgomery Academy better than Norbreck Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Montgomery Academy ranks higher (28.7 vs 22.0 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 Montgomery Academy and Norbreck Primary Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Blackpool and Thornton-Cleveleys in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Montgomery Academy: 1,192. Norbreck Primary Academy: 593. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Montgomery Academy and Norbreck Primary Academy rank in North West?
Montgomery Academy is 367th of 536 and Norbreck Primary Academy is 1869th of 2,286 among secondary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).