Benjamin Adlard Primary School vs Hackwood Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 73 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Adlard Primary School
Gainsborough · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
234 students
Hackwood Primary Academy
Derby · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
234 students
| Measure | Benjamin Adlard Primary School Gainsborough, East Midlands | Hackwood Primary Academy Derby, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 32 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1103 of 1,516 | #306 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #11921 of 15,697 | #4287 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 234 | 234 |
| Pupils on roll | 234 | 234 |
| Free school meals | 62.8% | 26.5% |
| Capacity filled | 91.8% | 97.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 52% | 77% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | 10% |
| 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 | Gainsborough | Derby |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.benjaminadlard.anthemtrust.uk/ | www.hackwood.theharmonytrust.org |
The verdict
- •Hackwood Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (67.9 vs 31.5).
- •Hackwood Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (77% vs 52%).
- •Benjamin Adlard Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 10%).
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 Benjamin Adlard Primary School better than Hackwood Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Hackwood Primary Academy ranks higher (67.9 vs 31.5 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 Benjamin Adlard Primary School and Hackwood Primary Academy?
About 73 km in a straight line, between Gainsborough and Derby in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benjamin Adlard Primary School: 234. Hackwood Primary Academy: 234. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benjamin Adlard Primary School and Hackwood Primary Academy rank in East Midlands?
Benjamin Adlard Primary School is 1103rd of 1,516 and Hackwood Primary Academy is 306th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).