Northampton Academy vs Outwood Academy Portland
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 117 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northampton Academy
Northampton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,712 students
Outwood Academy Portland
Worksop · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,706 students
| Measure | Northampton Academy Northampton, East Midlands | Outwood Academy Portland Worksop, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 73 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #68 of 329 | #146 of 329 |
| National rank | #877 of 4,090 | #1796 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,712 | 1,706 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,712 | 1,706 |
| Free school meals | 26.6% | 29.7% |
| Capacity filled | 109% | 99.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 52.1 | 47.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 55.9% | 44.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 74.6% | 70.3% |
| EBacc average points | 4.57 | 4.32 |
| A level points per entry | 40.3 | 31.7 |
| town | Northampton | Worksop |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.northampton-academy.org | www.portland.outwood.com |
The verdict
- •Northampton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (73.0 vs 53.7).
- •Northampton Academy is the larger school with 1,712 students compared with 1,706.
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 Northampton Academy better than Outwood Academy Portland?
On the Success Index (England), Northampton Academy ranks higher (73.0 vs 53.7 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 Northampton Academy and Outwood Academy Portland?
About 117 km in a straight line, between Northampton and Worksop in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Northampton Academy: 1,712. Outwood Academy Portland: 1,706. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Northampton Academy and Outwood Academy Portland rank in East Midlands?
Northampton Academy is 68th of 329 and Outwood Academy Portland is 146th of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).