City of Derby Academy vs Cottons Farm Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
City of Derby Academy
Derby · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
925 students
Cottons Farm Primary Academy
Derby · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
133 students
| Measure | City of Derby Academy Derby, East Midlands | Cottons Farm Primary Academy Derby, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 14 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #312 of 329 | #1483 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #3855 of 4,090 | #15439 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 925 | 133 |
| Pupils on roll | 925 | 133 |
| Free school meals | 57.6% | 66.7% |
| Capacity filled | 88.1% | 87.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 42% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 34.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 26.2% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 41.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 2.92 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Derby | Derby |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.cityofderbyacademy.org | www.cottonsfarm.theharmonytrust.org |
The verdict
- •City of Derby Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (13.6 vs 7.8).
- •City of Derby Academy is the larger school with 925 students compared with 133.
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 City of Derby Academy better than Cottons Farm Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), City of Derby Academy ranks higher (13.6 vs 7.8 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 City of Derby Academy and Cottons Farm Primary Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Derby and Derby in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
City of Derby Academy: 925. Cottons Farm Primary Academy: 133. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do City of Derby Academy and Cottons Farm Primary Academy rank in East Midlands?
City of Derby Academy is 312th of 329 and Cottons Farm Primary Academy is 1483rd of 1,516 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).