Schools in Great Dunmow, East of England (2025)
2 schools · 1,686 students · 1 local authority, 1 academy · median Pupils on roll 1,265.
Great Dunmow, in East of England, has 2 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 1,686 students. By level there are 1 primary, 1 all-through; by sector 1 local authority, 1 academy.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Great Dunmow Primary School (88.1, top 10% of primary schools nationally), followed by Helena Romanes School (56.4, top 50% of all-through schools nationally). One school sits in the top 10% of England for its type. Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Helena Romanes School (1,265 students), Great Dunmow Primary School (421 students).
Ranked schools in Great Dunmow
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and East of England.
- 188Great Dunmow Primary SchoolGreat Dunmow · Local authority Primary87% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 421 students
- 256Helena Romanes SchoolGreat Dunmow · Academy All-through46.6 Attainment 8 · 1,265 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Great Dunmow Primary School Great Dunmow · Primary · Ages 4–11 | Local authority | 88.1 Top 10% | 87% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 421 |
| 2 | Helena Romanes School Great Dunmow · All-through · Ages 4–18 | Academy | 56.4 Top 50% | 46.6 Attainment 8 | 1,265 |
Compare the top 2 schools in Great Dunmow side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Great Dunmow?
Great Dunmow Primary School is the highest-ranked school in Great Dunmow with a Success Index (England) of 88.1 out of 100 (Top 10% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Great Dunmow?
Great Dunmow has 2 schools (1 primary, 1 all-through) educating 1,686 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Great Dunmow?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Great Dunmow is 1,265. Number of pupils in the latest school census.