Alvaston Moor Academy vs Noel-Baker Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 739 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alvaston Moor Academy
Derby · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
851 students
Noel-Baker Academy
Derby · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,230 students
| Measure | Alvaston Moor Academy Derby, East Midlands | Noel-Baker Academy Derby, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 10 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #319 of 329 | #300 of 329 |
| National rank | #3953 of 4,090 | #3677 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 851 | 1,230 |
| Pupils on roll | 851 | 1,230 |
| Free school meals | 67.2% | 48.9% |
| Capacity filled | 70.9% | 87.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 32.4 | 36.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 23.4% | 29.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 38.3% | 55.7% |
| EBacc average points | 2.66 | 3.27 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Derby | Derby |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.alvastonmoor.co.uk/ | www.noelbakeracademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Noel-Baker Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (18.0 vs 10.1).
- •Noel-Baker Academy is the larger school with 1,230 students compared with 851.
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 Alvaston Moor Academy better than Noel-Baker Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Noel-Baker Academy ranks higher (18.0 vs 10.1 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 Alvaston Moor Academy and Noel-Baker Academy?
About 739 m in a straight line, between Derby and Derby in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Alvaston Moor Academy: 851. Noel-Baker Academy: 1,230. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Alvaston Moor Academy and Noel-Baker Academy rank in East Midlands?
Alvaston Moor Academy is 319th of 329 and Noel-Baker Academy is 300th of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).