Kidgate Academy vs King Edward VI Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 498 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kidgate Academy
Louth · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
397 students
King Edward VI Grammar School
Louth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
900 students
| Measure | Kidgate Academy Louth, East Midlands | King Edward VI Grammar School Louth, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1363 of 1,516 | #35 of 329 |
| National rank | #14329 of 15,697 | #503 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 397 | 900 |
| Pupils on roll | 397 | 900 |
| Free school meals | 31.7% | 12.7% |
| Capacity filled | 94.5% | 110.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 38% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 61.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 81.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 96.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 5.89 |
| A level points per entry | – | 29.8 |
| town | Louth | Louth |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | kidgateacademy.co.uk/ | www.kevigs.org/ |
The verdict
- •King Edward VI Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (83.0 vs 17.7).
- •King Edward VI Grammar School is the larger school with 900 students compared with 397.
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 Kidgate Academy better than King Edward VI Grammar School?
On the Success Index (England), King Edward VI Grammar School ranks higher (83.0 vs 17.7 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 Kidgate Academy and King Edward VI Grammar School?
About 498 m in a straight line, between Louth and Louth in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kidgate Academy: 397. King Edward VI Grammar School: 900. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kidgate Academy and King Edward VI Grammar School rank in East Midlands?
Kidgate Academy is 1363rd of 1,516 and King Edward VI Grammar School is 35th of 329 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).