East Leake Academy vs Friesland School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 13 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Leake Academy
Loughborough · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,118 students
Friesland School
Sandiacre · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,120 students
| Measure | East Leake Academy Loughborough, East Midlands | Friesland School Sandiacre, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 70 Top 25% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #86 of 329 | #192 of 329 |
| National rank | #1027 of 4,090 | #2441 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,118 | 1,120 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,118 | 1,120 |
| Free school meals | 20.1% | 31.5% |
| Capacity filled | 88.6% | 84.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 50.4 | 44.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 57.8% | 38.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 76.9% | 64.8% |
| EBacc average points | 4.30 | 4.14 |
| A level points per entry | 33.5 | 29.7 |
| town | Loughborough | Sandiacre |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.eastleake-ac.org.uk | www.friesland.ttct.co.uk |
The verdict
- •East Leake Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (69.9 vs 40.4).
- •Friesland School is the larger school with 1,120 students compared with 1,118.
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 East Leake Academy better than Friesland School?
On the Success Index (England), East Leake Academy ranks higher (69.9 vs 40.4 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 East Leake Academy and Friesland School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Loughborough and Sandiacre in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
East Leake Academy: 1,118. Friesland School: 1,120. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do East Leake Academy and Friesland School rank in East Midlands?
East Leake Academy is 86th of 329 and Friesland School is 192nd of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).