Chiltern Academy vs The Linden Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 167 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chiltern Academy
Luton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,203 students
The Linden Academy
Luton · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
427 students
| Measure | Chiltern Academy Luton, East of England | The Linden Academy Luton, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 57 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #197 of 460 | #1105 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #1612 of 4,090 | #9203 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,203 | 427 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,203 | 427 |
| Free school meals | 38.2% | 34.2% |
| Capacity filled | 100.3% | 84.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 64% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 49.5 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 48.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 69.3% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.78 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Luton | Luton |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.chiltern-academy.co.uk/ | www.thelindenacademy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Chiltern Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (57.4 vs 44.4).
- •Chiltern Academy is the larger school with 1,203 students compared with 427.
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 Chiltern Academy better than The Linden Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Chiltern Academy ranks higher (57.4 vs 44.4 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 Chiltern Academy and The Linden Academy?
About 167 m in a straight line, between Luton and Luton in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Chiltern Academy: 1,203. The Linden Academy: 427. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Chiltern Academy and The Linden Academy rank in East of England?
Chiltern Academy is 197th of 460 and The Linden Academy is 1105th of 1,872 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).