John F Kennedy Catholic School vs Oakleaf Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 928 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John F Kennedy Catholic School
Hemel Hempstead · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,073 students
Oakleaf Primary
Hemel Hempstead · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
187 students
| Measure | John F Kennedy Catholic School Hemel Hempstead, East of England | Oakleaf Primary Hemel Hempstead, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 66 Top 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #156 of 460 | #1764 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #1213 of 4,090 | #14656 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,073 | 187 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,073 | 187 |
| Free school meals | 16.9% | 31.5% |
| Capacity filled | 86.3% | 47.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 24% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 3% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 47.9 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 54.5% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 75.3% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.96 | – |
| A level points per entry | 32.1 | – |
| town | Hemel Hempstead | Hemel Hempstead |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.jfk.herts.sch.uk/ | www.oakleafprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •John F Kennedy Catholic School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (65.7 vs 15.3).
- •John F Kennedy Catholic School is the larger school with 1,073 students compared with 187.
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 John F Kennedy Catholic School better than Oakleaf Primary?
On the Success Index (England), John F Kennedy Catholic School ranks higher (65.7 vs 15.3 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 John F Kennedy Catholic School and Oakleaf Primary?
About 928 m in a straight line, between Hemel Hempstead and Hemel Hempstead in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
John F Kennedy Catholic School: 1,073. Oakleaf Primary: 187. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do John F Kennedy Catholic School and Oakleaf Primary rank in East of England?
John F Kennedy Catholic School is 156th of 460 and Oakleaf Primary is 1764th of 1,872 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).