Ellis Guilford School vs Old Basford School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 333 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellis Guilford School
Nottingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,171 students
Old Basford School
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
447 students
| Measure | Ellis Guilford School Nottingham, East Midlands | Old Basford School Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 19 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #292 of 329 | #1085 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #3589 of 4,090 | #11761 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,171 | 447 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,171 | 447 |
| Free school meals | 45.9% | 30.8% |
| Capacity filled | 86.7% | 106.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 57% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 4% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 37.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 28.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 47.9% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.32 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Nottingham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.ellisguilfordschool.org.uk | www.oldbasfordschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Old Basford School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (32.4 vs 19.4).
- •Ellis Guilford School is the larger school with 1,171 students compared with 447.
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 Ellis Guilford School better than Old Basford School?
On the Success Index (England), Old Basford School ranks higher (32.4 vs 19.4 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 Ellis Guilford School and Old Basford School?
About 333 m in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ellis Guilford School: 1,171. Old Basford School: 447. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ellis Guilford School and Old Basford School rank in East Midlands?
Ellis Guilford School is 292nd of 329 and Old Basford School is 1085th of 1,516 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).