Beecroft Academy vs Eaton Bray Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 3.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beecroft Academy
Dunstable · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
413 students
Eaton Bray Academy
Dunstable · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
188 students
| Measure | Beecroft Academy Dunstable, East of England | Eaton Bray Academy Dunstable, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1713 of 1,872 | #1728 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #14237 of 15,697 | #14374 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 413 | 188 |
| Pupils on roll | 413 | 188 |
| Free school meals | 18.6% | 24.7% |
| Capacity filled | 98.3% | 89.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 39% | 44% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 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 | Dunstable | Dunstable |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.beecroftacademy.co.uk/ | www.eatonbrayacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (18.3 vs 17.4).
- •Eaton Bray Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (44% vs 39%).
- •Beecroft Academy is the larger school with 413 students compared with 188.
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 Beecroft Academy better than Eaton Bray Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Beecroft Academy and Eaton Bray Academy?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Dunstable and Dunstable in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Beecroft Academy: 413. Eaton Bray Academy: 188. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Beecroft Academy and Eaton Bray Academy rank in East of England?
Beecroft Academy is 1713th of 1,872 and Eaton Bray Academy is 1728th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).