Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery vs Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 6.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery
Ellesmere · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
96 students
Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School
Oswestry · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
239 students
| Measure | Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery Ellesmere, West Midlands | Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School Oswestry, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #688 of 1,690 | #1299 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #6953 of 15,697 | #12360 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 96 | 239 |
| Pupils on roll | 96 | 239 |
| Free school meals | 18.8% | 12.6% |
| Capacity filled | 93.2% | 75.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 52% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| 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 | Ellesmere | Oswestry |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.criftins.shropshire.sch.uk/ | www.whittingtonschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery scores higher on the Success Index (England) (54.7 vs 29.3).
- •Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School is the larger school with 239 students compared with 96.
- •Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery is a academy school while Whittington CofE (VA) 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 Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery better than Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery ranks higher (54.7 vs 29.3 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 Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery and Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Ellesmere and Oswestry in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery: 96. Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School: 239. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery and Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School rank in West Midlands?
Criftins CofE Primary School and Nursery is 688th of 1,690 and Whittington CofE (VA) Primary School is 1299th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).