Moulton School and Science College vs Thorplands Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 2.2 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
Thorplands Primary School
Northampton · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
226 students
| Measure | Moulton School and Science College Northampton, East Midlands | Thorplands Primary School Northampton, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #136 of 329 | #969 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #1638 of 4,090 | #10867 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 1,450 | 226 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,450 | 226 |
| Free school meals | 18.9% | 39.8% |
| Capacity filled | 104.1% | 107.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 68% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| 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.thorplandsprimary.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Moulton School and Science College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.7 vs 36.8).
- •Moulton School and Science College is the larger school with 1,450 students compared with 226.
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 Thorplands Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Moulton School and Science College ranks higher (56.7 vs 36.8 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 Thorplands Primary School?
About 2.2 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. Thorplands Primary School: 226. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Moulton School and Science College and Thorplands Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Moulton School and Science College is 136th of 329 and Thorplands Primary School is 969th of 1,516 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).