Radcliffe Primary School vs Wesley Methodist Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North West, England, 540 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Radcliffe Primary School
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
228 students
Wesley Methodist Primary School
Manchester · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
320 students
| Measure | Radcliffe Primary School Manchester, North West | Wesley Methodist Primary School Manchester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1180 of 2,286 | #1172 of 2,286 |
| National rank | #9303 of 15,697 | #9248 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 228 | 320 |
| Pupils on roll | 228 | 320 |
| Free school meals | 48.8% | 21.1% |
| Capacity filled | 55.6% | 101.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 60% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | 7% |
| 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.radcliffeprimary.bc-et.co.uk | www.wesleymethodistprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (43.9 vs 44.2).
- •Radcliffe Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 60%).
- •Radcliffe Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (10% vs 7%).
- •Wesley Methodist Primary School is the larger school with 320 students compared with 228.
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 Radcliffe Primary School better than Wesley Methodist Primary School?
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 Radcliffe Primary School and Wesley Methodist Primary School?
About 540 m in a straight line, between Manchester and Manchester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Radcliffe Primary School: 228. Wesley Methodist Primary School: 320. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Radcliffe Primary School and Wesley Methodist Primary School rank in North West?
Radcliffe Primary School is 1180th of 2,286 and Wesley Methodist Primary School is 1172nd of 2,286 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).