Lightcliffe Academy vs Shirley Manor Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Yorkshire and the Humber, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lightcliffe Academy
Halifax · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
788 students
Shirley Manor Primary School
Bradford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
168 students
| Measure | Lightcliffe Academy Halifax, Yorkshire and the Humber | Shirley Manor Primary School Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #290 of 366 | #1625 of 1,636 |
| National rank | #3232 of 4,090 | #15563 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 788 | 168 |
| Pupils on roll | 788 | 168 |
| Free school meals | 35.4% | 56.7% |
| Capacity filled | 58.4% | 71.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 33% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.5 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 25.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 48% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.16 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Halifax | Bradford |
| region | Yorkshire and the Humber | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Website | www.lightcliffeacademy.co.uk/ | www.shirleymanor.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Lightcliffe Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (24.2 vs 5.9).
- •Lightcliffe Academy is the larger school with 788 students compared with 168.
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 Lightcliffe Academy better than Shirley Manor Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Lightcliffe Academy ranks higher (24.2 vs 5.9 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 Lightcliffe Academy and Shirley Manor Primary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Halifax and Bradford in Yorkshire and the Humber.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Lightcliffe Academy: 788. Shirley Manor Primary School: 168. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Lightcliffe Academy and Shirley Manor Primary School rank in Yorkshire and the Humber?
Lightcliffe Academy is 290th of 366 and Shirley Manor Primary School is 1625th of 1,636 among secondary schools in Yorkshire and the Humber on the 2025 Success Index (England).