Northmoor Academy vs Richmond Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 400 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northmoor Academy
Oldham · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
346 students
Richmond Academy
Oldham · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
389 students
| Measure | Northmoor Academy Oldham, North West | Richmond Academy Oldham, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1813 of 2,286 | #1718 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #13388 of 15,697 | #12819 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 346 | 389 |
| Pupils on roll | 346 | 389 |
| Free school meals | 48.7% | 43% |
| Capacity filled | 54.9% | 76.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | 58% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 2% |
| 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 | Oldham | Oldham |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | – | www.richmond.theharmonytrust.org/ |
The verdict
- •Richmond Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (27.0 vs 23.9).
- •Richmond Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (58% vs 53%).
- •Northmoor Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (4% vs 2%).
- •Richmond Academy is the larger school with 389 students compared with 346.
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 Northmoor Academy better than Richmond Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Richmond Academy ranks higher (27.0 vs 23.9 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 Northmoor Academy and Richmond Academy?
About 400 m in a straight line, between Oldham and Oldham in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Northmoor Academy: 346. Richmond Academy: 389. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Northmoor Academy and Richmond Academy rank in North West?
Northmoor Academy is 1813th of 2,286 and Richmond Academy is 1718th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).