Compass Primary Academy vs Kettering Science Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 125 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Compass Primary Academy
Kettering · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
403 students
Kettering Science Academy
Kettering · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,477 students
| Measure | Compass Primary Academy Kettering, East Midlands | Kettering Science Academy Kettering, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 23 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1284 of 1,516 | #250 of 329 |
| National rank | #13589 of 15,697 | #3109 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 403 | 1,477 |
| Pupils on roll | 403 | 1,477 |
| Free school meals | 30.5% | 27.5% |
| Capacity filled | 85.4% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 50% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 37.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 28% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 47% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.39 |
| A level points per entry | – | 28.4 |
| town | Kettering | Kettering |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.compassprimary.org | www.ketteringscienceacademy.org |
The verdict
- •Kettering Science Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (26.9 vs 22.6).
- •Kettering Science Academy is the larger school with 1,477 students compared with 403.
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 Compass Primary Academy better than Kettering Science Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Kettering Science Academy ranks higher (26.9 vs 22.6 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 Compass Primary Academy and Kettering Science Academy?
About 125 m in a straight line, between Kettering and Kettering in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Compass Primary Academy: 403. Kettering Science Academy: 1,477. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Compass Primary Academy and Kettering Science Academy rank in East Midlands?
Compass Primary Academy is 1284th of 1,516 and Kettering Science Academy is 250th of 329 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).