South Nottinghamshire Academy vs Toot Hill School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 5.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Nottinghamshire Academy
Nottingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,010 students
Toot Hill School
Nottingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,838 students
| Measure | South Nottinghamshire Academy Nottingham, East Midlands | Toot Hill School Nottingham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 73 Top 25% | 84 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #71 of 329 | #34 of 329 |
| National rank | #897 of 4,090 | #470 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,010 | 1,838 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,010 | 1,838 |
| Free school meals | 20.9% | 16.3% |
| Capacity filled | 134.7% | 99.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 51.7 | 55.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 56.6% | 67.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 81.4% | 86.4% |
| EBacc average points | 4.76 | 5.30 |
| A level points per entry | 35.5 | 38.1 |
| town | Nottingham | Nottingham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.southnottinghamshireacademy.org.uk | www.toothillschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Toot Hill School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (84.1 vs 72.7).
- •Toot Hill School is the larger school with 1,838 students compared with 1,010.
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 South Nottinghamshire Academy better than Toot Hill School?
On the Success Index (England), Toot Hill School ranks higher (84.1 vs 72.7 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 South Nottinghamshire Academy and Toot Hill School?
About 5.3 km in a straight line, between Nottingham and Nottingham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
South Nottinghamshire Academy: 1,010. Toot Hill School: 1,838. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do South Nottinghamshire Academy and Toot Hill School rank in East Midlands?
South Nottinghamshire Academy is 71st of 329 and Toot Hill School is 34th of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).