George Spencer Academy vs St John's CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Spencer Academy
Nottingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,580 students
St John's CofE Primary School
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
| Measure | George Spencer Academy Nottingham, East Midlands | St John's CofE Primary School Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 75 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #59 of 329 | – |
| National rank | #769 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,580 | – |
| Pupils on roll | 1,580 | – |
| Free school meals | 19.6% | – |
| Capacity filled | 110.5% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 51.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 56.4% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 77.8% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.83 | – |
| A level points per entry | 37.9 | – |
| town | Nottingham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | georgespencer.org.uk | www.st-johns.notts.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
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 George Spencer Academy better than St John's CofE Primary 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 George Spencer Academy and St John's CofE Primary School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
How do George Spencer Academy and St John's CofE Primary School rank in East Midlands?
George Spencer Academy is 59th of 329 and St John's CofE Primary School is unranked among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).