Greenwood Primary and Nursery School vs St James Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 99 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Greenwood Primary and Nursery School
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
445 students
St James Church of England Primary School
Northampton · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
445 students
| Measure | Greenwood Primary and Nursery School Nottingham, East Midlands | St James Church of England Primary School Northampton, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 60 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #443 of 1,516 | #351 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #5812 of 15,697 | #4769 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 445 | 445 |
| Pupils on roll | 445 | 445 |
| Free school meals | 28.7% | 25.9% |
| Capacity filled | 106% | 98.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 73% | 69% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 19% |
| 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 | Northampton |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.greenwoodprimary.org.uk | www.stjamesnn5.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St James Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.5 vs 60.1).
- •Greenwood Primary and Nursery School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (73% vs 69%).
- •St James Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (19% vs 8%).
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 Greenwood Primary and Nursery School better than St James Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St James Church of England Primary School ranks higher (65.5 vs 60.1 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 Greenwood Primary and Nursery School and St James Church of England Primary School?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Northampton in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Greenwood Primary and Nursery School: 445. St James Church of England Primary School: 445. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Greenwood Primary and Nursery School and St James Church of England Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Greenwood Primary and Nursery School is 443rd of 1,516 and St James Church of England Primary School is 351st of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).