Hardingstone Academy vs Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 95 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hardingstone Academy
Northampton · Academy primary · Ages 0–11
230 students
Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy
Hucknall · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
230 students
| Measure | Hardingstone Academy Northampton, East Midlands | Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy Hucknall, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 36 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #995 of 1,516 | #525 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #11078 of 15,697 | #6716 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 0–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 230 | 230 |
| Pupils on roll | 230 | 230 |
| Free school meals | 16.8% | 8% |
| Capacity filled | 54.8% | 100% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 56% | 64% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 6% |
| 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 | Northampton | Hucknall |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.hardingstone.emat.uk | www.holycrossschoolhucknall.com |
The verdict
- •Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.9 vs 35.8).
- •Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (64% vs 56%).
- •Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (6% vs 3%).
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 Hardingstone Academy better than Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy ranks higher (55.9 vs 35.8 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 Hardingstone Academy and Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy?
About 95 km in a straight line, between Northampton and Hucknall in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hardingstone Academy: 230. Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy: 230. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hardingstone Academy and Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy rank in East Midlands?
Hardingstone Academy is 995th of 1,516 and Holy Cross Primary Catholic Voluntary Academy is 525th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).