The Firs School vs Upton-by-Chester High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in North West, England, 940 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Firs School
Chester · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
144 students
Upton-by-Chester High School
Chester · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,728 students
| Measure | The Firs School Chester, North West | Upton-by-Chester High School Chester, North West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 65 Top 50% |
| Region rank | – | #144 of 536 |
| National rank | – | #1245 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 144 | 1,728 |
| Pupils on roll | 144 | 1,728 |
| Free school meals | – | 16% |
| Capacity filled | 65.5% | 103.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 48.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 43.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 66.7% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.30 |
| A level points per entry | – | 34.5 |
| town | Chester | Chester |
| region | North West | North West |
| Website | www.firsschool.net | www.uptonhigh.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Upton-by-Chester High School is the larger school with 1,728 students compared with 144.
- •The Firs School is a independent school while Upton-by-Chester High School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 The Firs School better than Upton-by-Chester High 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 The Firs School and Upton-by-Chester High School?
About 940 m in a straight line, between Chester and Chester in North West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Firs School: 144. Upton-by-Chester High School: 1,728. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Firs School and Upton-by-Chester High School rank in North West?
The Firs School is unranked and Upton-by-Chester High School is 144th of 536 among primary schools in North West on the 2025 Success Index (England).