Cherry Willingham Primary Academy vs Lincoln Carlton Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 2.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherry Willingham Primary Academy
Lincoln · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
212 students
Lincoln Carlton Academy
Lincoln · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
436 students
| Measure | Cherry Willingham Primary Academy Lincoln, East Midlands | Lincoln Carlton Academy Lincoln, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 43 Lower 50% | 77 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #796 of 1,516 | #178 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #9435 of 15,697 | #2601 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 212 | 436 |
| Pupils on roll | 212 | 436 |
| Free school meals | 21.7% | 14.7% |
| Capacity filled | 67.3% | 103.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 61% | 77% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 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 | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.cherryprimary.co.uk | www.lincolncarlton.anthemtrust.uk |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Carlton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (77.3 vs 43.3).
- •Lincoln Carlton Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (77% vs 61%).
- •Lincoln Carlton Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (13% vs 6%).
- •Lincoln Carlton Academy is the larger school with 436 students compared with 212.
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 Cherry Willingham Primary Academy better than Lincoln Carlton Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Lincoln Carlton Academy ranks higher (77.3 vs 43.3 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 Cherry Willingham Primary Academy and Lincoln Carlton Academy?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Lincoln and Lincoln in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cherry Willingham Primary Academy: 212. Lincoln Carlton Academy: 436. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cherry Willingham Primary Academy and Lincoln Carlton Academy rank in East Midlands?
Cherry Willingham Primary Academy is 796th of 1,516 and Lincoln Carlton Academy is 178th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).