Kingsthorpe College vs Northampton School for Girls
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 994 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kingsthorpe College
Northampton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,415 students
Northampton School for Girls
Northampton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,670 students
| Measure | Kingsthorpe College Northampton, East Midlands | Northampton School for Girls Northampton, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 34 Lower 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #212 of 329 | #61 of 329 |
| National rank | #2760 of 4,090 | #805 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,415 | 1,670 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,415 | 1,670 |
| Free school meals | 23.5% | 17.1% |
| Capacity filled | 97.6% | 92.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 39.6 | 54.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 30% | 53% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 55.3% | 79.5% |
| EBacc average points | 3.53 | 5.17 |
| A level points per entry | 29.8 | 32.7 |
| town | Northampton | Northampton |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.kingsthorpecollege.org.uk | www.nsg.northants.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Northampton School for Girls scores higher on the Success Index (England) (74.6 vs 33.7).
- •Northampton School for Girls is the larger school with 1,670 students compared with 1,415.
- •Kingsthorpe College is co-educational and Northampton School for Girls is girls.
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 Kingsthorpe College better than Northampton School for Girls?
On the Success Index (England), Northampton School for Girls ranks higher (74.6 vs 33.7 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 Kingsthorpe College and Northampton School for Girls?
About 994 m in a straight line, between Northampton and Northampton in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kingsthorpe College: 1,415. Northampton School for Girls: 1,670. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kingsthorpe College and Northampton School for Girls rank in East Midlands?
Kingsthorpe College is 212th of 329 and Northampton School for Girls is 61st of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).