Harrold Primary Academy vs Sharnbrook Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 4.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harrold Primary Academy
Bedford · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
96 students
Sharnbrook Academy
Bedford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,684 students
| Measure | Harrold Primary Academy Bedford, East of England | Sharnbrook Academy Bedford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 71 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #458 of 1,872 | #100 of 460 |
| National rank | #3721 of 15,697 | #820 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 96 | 1,684 |
| Pupils on roll | 96 | 1,684 |
| Free school meals | 15.6% | 15.3% |
| Capacity filled | 45.7% | 86.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 81% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 51.6 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 58.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 77.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.52 |
| A level points per entry | – | 33.3 |
| town | Bedford | Bedford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.harrold.beds.sch.uk | sharnbrook.academy/ |
The verdict
- •Sharnbrook Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (74.4 vs 71.0).
- •Sharnbrook Academy is the larger school with 1,684 students compared with 96.
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 Harrold Primary Academy better than Sharnbrook Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Sharnbrook Academy ranks higher (74.4 vs 71.0 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 Harrold Primary Academy and Sharnbrook Academy?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Bedford and Bedford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harrold Primary Academy: 96. Sharnbrook Academy: 1,684. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harrold Primary Academy and Sharnbrook Academy rank in East of England?
Harrold Primary Academy is 458th of 1,872 and Sharnbrook Academy is 100th of 460 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).