Hillborough Junior School vs Oakwood Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 736 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillborough Junior School
Luton · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
358 students
Oakwood Primary School
Luton · Independent primary · Ages 3–11
149 students
| Measure | Hillborough Junior School Luton, East of England | Oakwood Primary School Luton, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 80 Top 25% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #279 of 1,872 | – |
| National rank | #2168 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 358 | 149 |
| Pupils on roll | 358 | 149 |
| Free school meals | 35.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 99.4% | 93.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 87% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 23% | – |
| 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.hillborough-jun.luton.sch.uk | www.oakwoodprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Hillborough Junior School is the larger school with 358 students compared with 149.
- •Hillborough Junior School is a local authority school while Oakwood Primary School is a independent 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 Hillborough Junior School better than Oakwood Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hillborough Junior School and Oakwood Primary School?
About 736 m in a straight line, between Luton and Luton in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hillborough Junior School: 358. Oakwood Primary School: 149. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hillborough Junior School and Oakwood Primary School rank in East of England?
Hillborough Junior School is 279th of 1,872 and Oakwood Primary School is unranked among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).