Moulton School and Science College vs Northampton School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 1.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Moulton School and Science College
Northampton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,450 students
Northampton School
Northampton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
650 students
| Measure | Moulton School and Science College Northampton, East Midlands | Northampton School Northampton, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 93 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #136 of 329 | #8 of 329 |
| National rank | #1638 of 4,090 | #183 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,450 | 650 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,450 | 650 |
| Free school meals | 18.9% | 10.5% |
| Capacity filled | 104.1% | 57% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 46.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 44.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.5% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.00 | – |
| A level points per entry | 32.1 | – |
| town | Northampton | Northampton |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.moultonschool.co.uk | www.northamptonschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Northampton School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (93.1 vs 56.7).
- •Moulton School and Science College is the larger school with 1,450 students compared with 650.
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 Moulton School and Science College better than Northampton School?
On the Success Index (England), Northampton School ranks higher (93.1 vs 56.7 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 Moulton School and Science College and Northampton School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Northampton and Northampton in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Moulton School and Science College: 1,450. Northampton School: 650. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Moulton School and Science College and Northampton School rank in East Midlands?
Moulton School and Science College is 136th of 329 and Northampton School is 8th of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).