Ferrars Junior School vs The Firs Lower School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 14 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ferrars Junior School
Luton · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
350 students
The Firs Lower School
Bedford · Academy primary · Ages 2–9
350 students
| Measure | Ferrars Junior School Luton, East of England | The Firs Lower School Bedford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 95 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #1364 of 1,872 | #49 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #11301 of 15,697 | #321 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 2–9 |
| Students | 350 | 350 |
| Pupils on roll | 350 | 350 |
| Free school meals | 22.6% | 5% |
| Capacity filled | 97.2% | 100.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 55% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | – |
| 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 | Luton | Bedford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.ferrars.org.uk | www.firslower.co.uk |
The verdict
- •The Firs Lower School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (95.1 vs 34.6).
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 Ferrars Junior School better than The Firs Lower School?
On the Success Index (England), The Firs Lower School ranks higher (95.1 vs 34.6 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 Ferrars Junior School and The Firs Lower School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Luton and Bedford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ferrars Junior School: 350. The Firs Lower School: 350. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ferrars Junior School and The Firs Lower School rank in East of England?
Ferrars Junior School is 1364th of 1,872 and The Firs Lower School is 49th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).