North Crescent Primary School vs Oakfield Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 796 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Crescent Primary School
Wickford · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
216 students
Oakfield Primary School
Wickford · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
391 students
| Measure | North Crescent Primary School Wickford, East of England | Oakfield Primary School Wickford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #913 of 1,872 | #803 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #7528 of 15,697 | #6676 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 216 | 391 |
| Pupils on roll | 216 | 391 |
| Free school meals | 36.9% | 8.2% |
| Capacity filled | 82.4% | 93.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 68% | 63% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | 7% |
| 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 | Wickford | Wickford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.northcrescent.org | www.oakfield.essex.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Oakfield Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (56.1 vs 52.1).
- •North Crescent Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (68% vs 63%).
- •North Crescent Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (9% vs 7%).
- •Oakfield Primary School is the larger school with 391 students compared with 216.
- •North Crescent Primary School is a academy school while Oakfield Primary School is a local authority 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 North Crescent Primary School better than Oakfield Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Oakfield Primary School ranks higher (56.1 vs 52.1 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 North Crescent Primary School and Oakfield Primary School?
About 796 m in a straight line, between Wickford and Wickford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
North Crescent Primary School: 216. Oakfield Primary School: 391. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do North Crescent Primary School and Oakfield Primary School rank in East of England?
North Crescent Primary School is 913th of 1,872 and Oakfield Primary School is 803rd of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).