Russell Lower School vs Templefield Lower School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 2.6 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Russell Lower School
Ampthill · Local authority primary · Ages 5–9
437 students
Templefield Lower School
Bedford · Local authority primary · Ages 2–9
290 students
| Measure | Russell Lower School Ampthill, East of England | Templefield Lower School Bedford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 95 Top 5% | 83 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #42 of 1,872 | #222 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #291 of 15,697 | #1708 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–9 | Ages 2–9 |
| Students | 437 | 290 |
| Pupils on roll | 437 | 290 |
| Free school meals | 4.8% | 9.4% |
| Capacity filled | 97.1% | 96.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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 | Ampthill | Bedford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.russell-lower.co.uk/ | www.templefield-lower.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Russell Lower School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (95.4 vs 83.1).
- •Russell Lower School is the larger school with 437 students compared with 290.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Russell Lower School better than Templefield Lower School?
On the Success Index (England), Russell Lower School ranks higher (95.4 vs 83.1 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 Russell Lower School and Templefield Lower School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Ampthill and Bedford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Russell Lower School: 437. Templefield Lower School: 290. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Russell Lower School and Templefield Lower School rank in East of England?
Russell Lower School is 42nd of 1,872 and Templefield Lower School is 222nd of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).