Derby Cathedral School vs Firs Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 943 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Derby Cathedral School
Derby · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,159 students
Firs Primary School
Derby · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
469 students
| Measure | Derby Cathedral School Derby, East Midlands | Firs Primary School Derby, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #252 of 329 | #1474 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #3113 of 4,090 | #15388 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,159 | 469 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,159 | 469 |
| Free school meals | 56.6% | 62% |
| Capacity filled | 92% | 134% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 30% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 2% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 41.5 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 35.4% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 57.3% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.81 | – |
| A level points per entry | 29.1 | – |
| town | Derby | Derby |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.derbycathedralschool.org.uk | www.firsprimary.derby.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Derby Cathedral School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (26.8 vs 8.5).
- •Derby Cathedral School is the larger school with 1,159 students compared with 469.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Derby Cathedral School better than Firs Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Derby Cathedral School ranks higher (26.8 vs 8.5 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 Derby Cathedral School and Firs Primary School?
About 943 m in a straight line, between Derby and Derby in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Derby Cathedral School: 1,159. Firs Primary School: 469. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Derby Cathedral School and Firs Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Derby Cathedral School is 252nd of 329 and Firs Primary School is 1474th of 1,516 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).