Hilton Spencer Academy vs Lakeside Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 13 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilton Spencer Academy
Derby · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
548 students
Lakeside Primary Academy
Derby · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
543 students
| Measure | Hilton Spencer Academy Derby, East Midlands | Lakeside Primary Academy Derby, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 62 Top 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #402 of 1,516 | #1385 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #5344 of 15,697 | #14537 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 548 | 543 |
| Pupils on roll | 548 | 543 |
| Free school meals | 21.9% | 46.3% |
| Capacity filled | 68.8% | 80.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | 48% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 1% |
| 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 | Derby | Derby |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | hiltonspencer.org.uk | www.lakeside.theharmonytrust.org |
The verdict
- •Hilton Spencer Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (62.4 vs 16.3).
- •Hilton Spencer Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (69% vs 48%).
- •Hilton Spencer Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 1%).
- •Hilton Spencer Academy is the larger school with 548 students compared with 543.
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 Hilton Spencer Academy better than Lakeside Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Hilton Spencer Academy ranks higher (62.4 vs 16.3 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 Hilton Spencer Academy and Lakeside Primary Academy?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Derby and Derby in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hilton Spencer Academy: 548. Lakeside Primary Academy: 543. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hilton Spencer Academy and Lakeside Primary Academy rank in East Midlands?
Hilton Spencer Academy is 402nd of 1,516 and Lakeside Primary Academy is 1385th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).