Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy vs Partington Central Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 708 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
232 students
Partington Central Academy
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
373 students
| Measure | Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy Manchester, North West | Partington Central Academy Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 26 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1750 of 2,286 | #1768 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #13045 of 15,697 | #13145 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 232 | 373 |
| Pupils on roll | 232 | 373 |
| Free school meals | 34.1% | 59.9% |
| Capacity filled | 110.5% | 95.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| 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 | Manchester | Manchester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.ourladyoflourdes-primary.trafford.sch.uk | partingtoncentralacademy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (25.7 vs 25.2).
- •Partington Central Academy is the larger school with 373 students compared with 232.
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 Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy better than Partington Central Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy and Partington Central Academy?
About 708 m in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy: 232. Partington Central Academy: 373. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy and Partington Central Academy rank in North West?
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy is 1750th of 2,286 and Partington Central Academy is 1768th of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).