Noel-Baker Academy vs Oakwood Junior School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 888 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
Oakwood Junior School
Derby · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
340 students
| Measure | Noel-Baker Academy Derby, East Midlands | Oakwood Junior School Derby, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #300 of 329 | #997 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #3677 of 4,090 | #11091 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 1,230 | 340 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,230 | 340 |
| Free school meals | 48.9% | 49.1% |
| Capacity filled | 87.9% | 94.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 60% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| 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.oakwoodjuniorschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Oakwood Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (35.8 vs 18.0).
- •Noel-Baker Academy is the larger school with 1,230 students compared with 340.
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 Oakwood Junior School?
On the Success Index (England), Oakwood Junior School ranks higher (35.8 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 Oakwood Junior School?
About 888 m in a straight line, between Derby and Derby in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Noel-Baker Academy: 1,230. Oakwood Junior School: 340. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Noel-Baker Academy and Oakwood Junior School rank in East Midlands?
Noel-Baker Academy is 300th of 329 and Oakwood Junior School is 997th of 1,516 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).