Malcolm Arnold Academy vs Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 102 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Malcolm Arnold Academy
Northampton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,278 students
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
Ashbourne · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,276 students
| Measure | Malcolm Arnold Academy Northampton, East Midlands | Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School Ashbourne, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 40 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #193 of 329 | #108 of 329 |
| National rank | #2475 of 4,090 | #1299 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,278 | 1,276 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,278 | 1,276 |
| Free school meals | 25.4% | 20.8% |
| Capacity filled | 88.1% | 89.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 41.4 | 48.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 37.8% | 44.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 57.7% | 71.6% |
| EBacc average points | 3.70 | 4.24 |
| A level points per entry | 31.1 | 37.0 |
| town | Northampton | Ashbourne |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.malcolmarnoldacademy.co.uk/ | www.queenelizabeths.derbyshire.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (63.9 vs 39.7).
- •Malcolm Arnold Academy is the larger school with 1,278 students compared with 1,276.
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 Malcolm Arnold Academy better than Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School?
On the Success Index (England), Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School ranks higher (63.9 vs 39.7 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 Malcolm Arnold Academy and Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School?
About 102 km in a straight line, between Northampton and Ashbourne in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Malcolm Arnold Academy: 1,278. Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School: 1,276. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Malcolm Arnold Academy and Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School rank in East Midlands?
Malcolm Arnold Academy is 193rd of 329 and Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School is 108th of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).