Carlton Road Academy vs Gipsey Bridge Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 6.9 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlton Road Academy
Boston · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
458 students
Gipsey Bridge Academy
Boston · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
97 students
| Measure | Carlton Road Academy Boston, East Midlands | Gipsey Bridge Academy Boston, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1355 of 1,516 | #1351 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #14254 of 15,697 | #14225 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 458 | 97 |
| Pupils on roll | 458 | 97 |
| Free school meals | 41.6% | 24.7% |
| Capacity filled | 99.8% | 92.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | 46% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 0% |
| 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 | Boston | Boston |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.carltonroadacademy.net | www.gipseybridgeschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (18.2 vs 18.4).
- •Carlton Road Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (53% vs 46%).
- •Carlton Road Academy is the larger school with 458 students compared with 97.
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 Carlton Road Academy better than Gipsey Bridge Academy?
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 Carlton Road Academy and Gipsey Bridge Academy?
About 6.9 km in a straight line, between Boston and Boston in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Carlton Road Academy: 458. Gipsey Bridge Academy: 97. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Carlton Road Academy and Gipsey Bridge Academy rank in East Midlands?
Carlton Road Academy is 1355th of 1,516 and Gipsey Bridge Academy is 1351st of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).