Crick Primary School vs Shelton Infant School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 63 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crick Primary School
Northampton · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
194 students
Shelton Infant School
Derby · Local authority primary · Ages 3–7
194 students
| Measure | Crick Primary School Northampton, East Midlands | Shelton Infant School Derby, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1214 of 1,516 | #1017 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #12867 of 15,697 | #11274 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–7 |
| Students | 194 | 194 |
| Pupils on roll | 194 | 194 |
| Free school meals | 5.2% | 28.4% |
| Capacity filled | 92.4% | 92.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 39% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 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 | Northampton | Derby |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.crick.northants.sch.uk | www.sheltoni.derby.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Shelton Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.8 vs 26.7).
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 Crick Primary School better than Shelton Infant School?
On the Success Index (England), Shelton Infant School ranks higher (34.8 vs 26.7 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 Crick Primary School and Shelton Infant School?
About 63 km in a straight line, between Northampton and Derby in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Crick Primary School: 194. Shelton Infant School: 194. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Crick Primary School and Shelton Infant School rank in East Midlands?
Crick Primary School is 1214th of 1,516 and Shelton Infant School is 1017th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).