Bedford Academy vs Elstow School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 1.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bedford Academy
Bedford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,480 students
Elstow School
Bedford · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
413 students
| Measure | Bedford Academy Bedford, East of England | Elstow School Bedford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 37 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #316 of 460 | #716 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #2589 of 4,090 | #5921 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,480 | 413 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,480 | 413 |
| Free school meals | 40.3% | 21.1% |
| Capacity filled | 98.7% | 98.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 74% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 5% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 37.8% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 57.6% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.83 | – |
| A level points per entry | 33.4 | – |
| town | Bedford | Bedford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | bedfordacademy.co.uk/ | www.elstowschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Elstow School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (59.6 vs 37.2).
- •Bedford Academy is the larger school with 1,480 students compared with 413.
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 Bedford Academy better than Elstow School?
On the Success Index (England), Elstow School ranks higher (59.6 vs 37.2 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 Bedford Academy and Elstow School?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Bedford and Bedford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bedford Academy: 1,480. Elstow School: 413. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bedford Academy and Elstow School rank in East of England?
Bedford Academy is 316th of 460 and Elstow School is 716th of 1,872 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).