Arnold Academy vs Laureate Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 23 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arnold Academy
Bedford · Academy secondary · Ages 9–13
704 students
Laureate Academy
Hemel Hempstead · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
703 students
| Measure | Arnold Academy Bedford, East of England | Laureate Academy Hemel Hempstead, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #212 of 460 | #330 of 460 |
| National rank | #1696 of 4,090 | #2685 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 9–13 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 704 | 703 |
| Pupils on roll | 704 | 703 |
| Free school meals | 14.2% | 39.1% |
| Capacity filled | 97.8% | 56.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 41.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 39.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 58% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.82 |
| A level points per entry | – | 32.0 |
| town | Bedford | Hemel Hempstead |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.arnoldacademy.org.uk | www.laureate.futureacademies.org/ |
The verdict
- •Arnold Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.3 vs 35.2).
- •Arnold Academy is the larger school with 704 students compared with 703.
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 Arnold Academy better than Laureate Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Arnold Academy ranks higher (55.3 vs 35.2 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 Arnold Academy and Laureate Academy?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Bedford and Hemel Hempstead in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arnold Academy: 704. Laureate Academy: 703. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arnold Academy and Laureate Academy rank in East of England?
Arnold Academy is 212th of 460 and Laureate Academy is 330th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).