Harlescott Junior School vs Mount Pleasant Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 2.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harlescott Junior School
Shrewsbury · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
343 students
Mount Pleasant Primary
Shrewsbury · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
346 students
| Measure | Harlescott Junior School Shrewsbury, West Midlands | Mount Pleasant Primary Shrewsbury, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1245 of 1,690 | #1090 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #11958 of 15,697 | #10613 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 343 | 346 |
| Pupils on roll | 343 | 346 |
| Free school meals | 35.3% | 22.3% |
| Capacity filled | 95.3% | 95.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | 55% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 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 | Shrewsbury | Shrewsbury |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.haughmondfed.net | www.mountpleasant.shropshire.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Mount Pleasant Primary scores higher on the Success Index (England) (37.9 vs 31.4).
- •Mount Pleasant Primary does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (55% vs 53%).
- •Mount Pleasant Primary is the larger school with 346 students compared with 343.
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 Harlescott Junior School better than Mount Pleasant Primary?
On the Success Index (England), Mount Pleasant Primary ranks higher (37.9 vs 31.4 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 Harlescott Junior School and Mount Pleasant Primary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Shrewsbury and Shrewsbury in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Harlescott Junior School: 343. Mount Pleasant Primary: 346. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Harlescott Junior School and Mount Pleasant Primary rank in West Midlands?
Harlescott Junior School is 1245th of 1,690 and Mount Pleasant Primary is 1090th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).