St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School vs The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East Midlands, England, 29 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School
Oakham, Rutland · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
167 students
The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School
Grantham · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
167 students
| Measure | St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School Oakham, Rutland, East Midlands | The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School Grantham, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #775 of 1,516 | #1077 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #9324 of 15,697 | #11729 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 167 | 167 |
| Pupils on roll | 167 | 167 |
| Free school meals | 7.8% | 21.6% |
| Capacity filled | 75.9% | 79.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 40% | 48% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 12% | 7% |
| 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 | Oakham, Rutland | Grantham |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.northluffenham.org | www.harlaxton-lincs.co.uk |
The verdict
- •St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.8 vs 32.6).
- •The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (48% vs 40%).
- •St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (12% vs 7%).
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 St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School better than The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School ranks higher (43.8 vs 32.6 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 St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School and The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School?
About 29 km in a straight line, between Oakham, Rutland and Grantham in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School: 167. The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School: 167. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School and The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School rank in East Midlands?
St Mary and St John CofE VA Primary School is 775th of 1,516 and The Harlaxton Church of England Primary School is 1077th of 1,516 among primary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).