Crossdale Primary School vs Plumtree School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crossdale Primary School
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
196 students
Plumtree School
Nottingham · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
101 students
| Measure | Crossdale Primary School Nottingham, East Midlands | Plumtree School Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 68 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #304 of 1,516 | – |
| National rank | #4283 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 196 | 101 |
| Pupils on roll | 196 | 101 |
| Free school meals | 4.1% | – |
| Capacity filled | 93.3% | 80.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 67% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | – |
| 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 | Nottingham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.crossdaleschool.com/ | www.plumtreeschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Crossdale Primary School is the larger school with 196 students compared with 101.
- •Crossdale Primary School is a academy school while Plumtree School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Crossdale Primary School better than Plumtree School?
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 Crossdale Primary School and Plumtree School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Crossdale Primary School: 196. Plumtree School: 101. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Crossdale Primary School and Plumtree School rank in East Midlands?
Crossdale Primary School is 304th of 1,516 and Plumtree School is unranked among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).