Ripley Junior School vs Standens Barn Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 97 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ripley Junior School
Ripley · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
327 students
Standens Barn Primary School
Northampton · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
327 students
| Measure | Ripley Junior School Ripley, East Midlands | Standens Barn Primary School Northampton, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 13 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1429 of 1,516 | #545 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #14945 of 15,697 | #6943 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 327 | 327 |
| Pupils on roll | 327 | 327 |
| Free school meals | 45.3% | 18.7% |
| Capacity filled | 90.8% | 77.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 66% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 8% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Ripley | Northampton |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.ripley-jun.derbyshire.sch.uk | www.standens.northants.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Standens Barn Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (54.8 vs 12.9).
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 Ripley Junior School better than Standens Barn Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Standens Barn Primary School ranks higher (54.8 vs 12.9 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 Ripley Junior School and Standens Barn Primary School?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Ripley and Northampton in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ripley Junior School: 327. Standens Barn Primary School: 327. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ripley Junior School and Standens Barn Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Ripley Junior School is 1429th of 1,516 and Standens Barn Primary School is 545th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).