Foxdell Primary School vs Whipperley Infant Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 912 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foxdell Primary School
Luton · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
517 students
Whipperley Infant Academy
Luton · Academy primary · Ages 4–7
241 students
| Measure | Foxdell Primary School Luton, East of England | Whipperley Infant Academy Luton, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 38 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1278 of 1,872 | #1393 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #10508 of 15,697 | #11511 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–7 |
| Students | 517 | 241 |
| Pupils on roll | 517 | 241 |
| Free school meals | 25.5% | 29% |
| Capacity filled | 82.1% | 89.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 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 | Luton | Luton |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.foxdellprimary.uk/ | www.whipperleyinfantacademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Foxdell Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (38.3 vs 33.7).
- •Foxdell Primary School is the larger school with 517 students compared with 241.
- •Foxdell Primary School is a local authority school while Whipperley Infant Academy is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Foxdell Primary School better than Whipperley Infant Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Foxdell Primary School ranks higher (38.3 vs 33.7 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 Foxdell Primary School and Whipperley Infant Academy?
About 912 m in a straight line, between Luton and Luton in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Foxdell Primary School: 517. Whipperley Infant Academy: 241. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Foxdell Primary School and Whipperley Infant Academy rank in East of England?
Foxdell Primary School is 1278th of 1,872 and Whipperley Infant Academy is 1393rd of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).