Langley Mill Academy vs Portway Junior School
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.
Langley Mill Academy
Nottingham · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
297 students
Portway Junior School
Derby · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
297 students
| Measure | Langley Mill Academy Nottingham, East Midlands | Portway Junior School Derby, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1107 of 1,516 | #725 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #11960 of 15,697 | #8842 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 297 | 297 |
| Pupils on roll | 297 | 297 |
| Free school meals | 44.4% | 19.2% |
| Capacity filled | 82.5% | 82.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 58% | 56% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | 11% |
| 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 | Nottingham | Derby |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.langleymillacademy.co.uk | www.portwayj.derby.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Portway Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (46.2 vs 31.4).
- •Langley Mill Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (58% vs 56%).
- •Portway Junior School does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 5%).
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Langley Mill Academy better than Portway Junior School?
On the Success Index (England), Portway Junior School ranks higher (46.2 vs 31.4 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 Langley Mill Academy and Portway Junior School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Derby in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Langley Mill Academy: 297. Portway Junior School: 297. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Langley Mill Academy and Portway Junior School rank in East Midlands?
Langley Mill Academy is 1107th of 1,516 and Portway Junior School is 725th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).