Edna G. Olds Academy vs St Joseph's School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edna G. Olds Academy
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
241 students
St Joseph's School
Nottingham · Independent primary · Ages 1–11
67 students
| Measure | Edna G. Olds Academy Nottingham, East Midlands | St Joseph's School Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 77 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #173 of 1,516 | – |
| National rank | #2580 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 1–11 |
| Students | 241 | 67 |
| Pupils on roll | 241 | 67 |
| Free school meals | 41.6% | – |
| Capacity filled | 94.5% | 44.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 86% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 21% | – |
| 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.ednagoldsacademy.co.uk | www.st-josephs.nottingham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Edna G. Olds Academy is the larger school with 241 students compared with 67.
- •Edna G. Olds Academy is a academy school while St Joseph's 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 Edna G. Olds Academy better than St Joseph's 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 Edna G. Olds Academy and St Joseph's School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Edna G. Olds Academy: 241. St Joseph's School: 67. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Edna G. Olds Academy and St Joseph's School rank in East Midlands?
Edna G. Olds Academy is 173rd of 1,516 and St Joseph's School is unranked among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).