Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School vs Pilsley Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 44 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School
Loughborough · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
213 students
Pilsley Primary School
Chesterfield · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
213 students
| Measure | Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School Loughborough, East Midlands | Pilsley Primary School Chesterfield, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 60 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #447 of 1,516 | #204 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #5874 of 15,697 | #2990 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 213 | 213 |
| Pupils on roll | 213 | 213 |
| Free school meals | 6.1% | 35.4% |
| Capacity filled | 101.4% | 103.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 68% | 87% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 13% |
| 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 | Loughborough | Chesterfield |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.burton-on-the-wolds-school.org/ | www.pilsleyprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Pilsley Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (75.0 vs 59.8).
- •Pilsley Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (87% vs 68%).
- •Pilsley Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (13% vs 4%).
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 Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School better than Pilsley Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Pilsley Primary School ranks higher (75.0 vs 59.8 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 Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School and Pilsley Primary School?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Loughborough and Chesterfield in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School: 213. Pilsley Primary School: 213. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School and Pilsley Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Burton-on-the-Wolds Primary School is 447th of 1,516 and Pilsley Primary School is 204th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).