Dove CofE Academy vs Lantern Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 51 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dove CofE Academy
Uttoxeter · Academy primary · Ages 2–9
113 students
Lantern Academy
Telford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
113 students
| Measure | Dove CofE Academy Uttoxeter, West Midlands | Lantern Academy Telford, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #958 of 1,690 | #1318 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #9389 of 15,697 | #12509 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–9 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 113 | 113 |
| Pupils on roll | 113 | 113 |
| Free school meals | 23.6% | 45.9% |
| Capacity filled | 75.3% | 80.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 63% |
| 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 | Uttoxeter | Telford |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.dove.staffs.sch.uk | lantern.lct.education/ |
The verdict
- •Dove CofE Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.5 vs 28.5).
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 Dove CofE Academy better than Lantern Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Dove CofE Academy ranks higher (43.5 vs 28.5 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 Dove CofE Academy and Lantern Academy?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Uttoxeter and Telford in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Dove CofE Academy: 113. Lantern Academy: 113. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Dove CofE Academy and Lantern Academy rank in West Midlands?
Dove CofE Academy is 958th of 1,690 and Lantern Academy is 1318th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).