Noel-Baker Academy vs Oak Grange Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 682 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Noel-Baker Academy
Derby · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,230 students
Oak Grange Primary School
Derby · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
116 students
| Measure | Noel-Baker Academy Derby, East Midlands | Oak Grange Primary School Derby, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #300 of 329 | #493 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #3677 of 4,090 | #6388 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,230 | 116 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,230 | 116 |
| Free school meals | 48.9% | 17.8% |
| Capacity filled | 87.9% | 32.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 36.3 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 29.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 55.7% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.27 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Derby | Derby |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.noelbakeracademy.co.uk | www.oakgrange.org/ |
The verdict
- •Oak Grange Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (57.4 vs 18.0).
- •Noel-Baker Academy is the larger school with 1,230 students compared with 116.
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 Noel-Baker Academy better than Oak Grange Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Oak Grange Primary School ranks higher (57.4 vs 18.0 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 Noel-Baker Academy and Oak Grange Primary School?
About 682 m in a straight line, between Derby and Derby in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Noel-Baker Academy: 1,230. Oak Grange Primary School: 116. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Noel-Baker Academy and Oak Grange Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Noel-Baker Academy is 300th of 329 and Oak Grange Primary School is 493rd of 1,516 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).