Shirland Primary School vs Thringstone Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 40 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Shirland Primary School
Alfreton · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
175 students
Thringstone Primary School
Coalville · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
175 students
| Measure | Shirland Primary School Alfreton, East Midlands | Thringstone Primary School Coalville, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 20 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1328 of 1,516 | #1414 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #14038 of 15,697 | #14784 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 175 | 175 |
| Pupils on roll | 175 | 175 |
| Free school meals | 38.9% | 30.3% |
| Capacity filled | 87.5% | 83.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 42% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| 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 | Alfreton | Coalville |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.shirland.derbyshire.sch.uk/ | www.thringstone.leics.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Shirland Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (19.7 vs 14.3).
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 Shirland Primary School better than Thringstone Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Shirland Primary School ranks higher (19.7 vs 14.3 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 Shirland Primary School and Thringstone Primary School?
About 40 km in a straight line, between Alfreton and Coalville in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Shirland Primary School: 175. Thringstone Primary School: 175. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Shirland Primary School and Thringstone Primary School rank in East Midlands?
Shirland Primary School is 1328th of 1,516 and Thringstone Primary School is 1414th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).