Lord Scudamore Primary Academy vs St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 717 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lord Scudamore Primary Academy
Hereford · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
507 students
St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy
Hereford · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
231 students
| Measure | Lord Scudamore Primary Academy Hereford, West Midlands | St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy Hereford, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 40 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1029 of 1,690 | #279 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #10083 of 15,697 | #3096 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 507 | 231 |
| Pupils on roll | 507 | 231 |
| Free school meals | 17.8% | 24.3% |
| Capacity filled | 82.3% | 87.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | 82% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | 11% |
| 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 | Hereford | Hereford |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.lordscudamore.hmfa.org.uk | www.st-thomascantilupe.org |
The verdict
- •St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (74.4 vs 40.3).
- •St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (82% vs 53%).
- •St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 8%).
- •Lord Scudamore Primary Academy is the larger school with 507 students compared with 231.
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 Lord Scudamore Primary Academy better than St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy?
On the Success Index (England), St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy ranks higher (74.4 vs 40.3 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 Lord Scudamore Primary Academy and St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy?
About 717 m in a straight line, between Hereford and Hereford in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Lord Scudamore Primary Academy: 507. St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy: 231. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Lord Scudamore Primary Academy and St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy rank in West Midlands?
Lord Scudamore Primary Academy is 1029th of 1,690 and St Thomas Cantilupe CofE Academy is 279th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).