Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics vs Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 1.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics
Lowestoft · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,263 students
Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy
Lowestoft · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
311 students
| Measure | Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Lowestoft, East of England | Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy Lowestoft, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #238 of 460 | #1123 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #1979 of 4,090 | #9280 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,263 | 311 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,263 | 311 |
| Free school meals | 30.5% | 44.3% |
| Capacity filled | 105.3% | 74% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 6% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.9 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 45.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 63.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.85 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Lowestoft | Lowestoft |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.benjaminbritten.school/ | www.nsnacademy.com/ |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.6 vs 44.0).
- •Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics is the larger school with 1,263 students compared with 311.
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 Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics better than Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics ranks higher (49.6 vs 44.0 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 Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics and Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Lowestoft and Lowestoft in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics: 1,263. Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy: 311. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics and Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy rank in East of England?
Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics is 238th of 460 and Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy is 1123rd of 1,872 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).