Kidgate Academy vs Lacey Gardens Junior Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 870 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
Lacey Gardens Junior Academy
LOUTH · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
307 students
| Measure | Kidgate Academy Louth, East Midlands | Lacey Gardens Junior Academy LOUTH, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1363 of 1,516 | #1298 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #14329 of 15,697 | #13767 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 397 | 307 |
| Pupils on roll | 397 | 307 |
| Free school meals | 31.7% | 64.2% |
| Capacity filled | 94.5% | 85.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 38% | 59% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 0% |
| 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 | Louth | LOUTH |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | kidgateacademy.co.uk/ | www.laceyfieldlouth.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Lacey Gardens Junior Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (21.4 vs 17.7).
- •Lacey Gardens Junior Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (59% vs 38%).
- •Kidgate Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (3% vs 0%).
- •Kidgate Academy is the larger school with 397 students compared with 307.
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 Lacey Gardens Junior Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Lacey Gardens Junior Academy ranks higher (21.4 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 Lacey Gardens Junior Academy?
About 870 m in a straight line, between Louth and LOUTH in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kidgate Academy: 397. Lacey Gardens Junior Academy: 307. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kidgate Academy and Lacey Gardens Junior Academy rank in East Midlands?
Kidgate Academy is 1363rd of 1,516 and Lacey Gardens Junior Academy is 1298th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).