Schools in Leiston, East of England (2025)
3 schools · 1,079 students · 2 academy, 1 independent · median Pupils on roll 383.
Leiston, in East of England, has 3 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 1,079 students. By level there are 1 primary, 1 secondary, 1 all-through; by sector 2 academy, 1 independent.
The median Pupils on roll across Leiston's schools is 383, above the East of England median of 246. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
2 of the 3 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Leiston Primary School (32.8, lower 50% of primary schools nationally), followed by Alde Valley Academy (20.1, lower 50% of secondary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Alde Valley Academy (645 students), Leiston Primary School (383 students), Summerhill School (51 students).
Ranked schools in Leiston
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and East of England.
- 133Leiston Primary SchoolLeiston · Academy Primary64% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 383 students
- 220Alde Valley AcademyLeiston · Academy Secondary33.7 Attainment 8 · 645 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leiston Primary School Leiston · Primary · Ages 3–11 | Academy | 32.8 Lower 50% | 64% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 383 |
| 2 | Alde Valley Academy Leiston · Secondary · Ages 11–16 | Academy | 20.1 Lower 50% | 33.7 Attainment 8 | 645 |
Other schools in Leiston
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Pupils on roll, or a school type that is not scored.
Compare the top 2 schools in Leiston side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Leiston?
Leiston Primary School is the highest-ranked school in Leiston with a Success Index (England) of 32.8 out of 100 (Lower 50% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Leiston?
Leiston has 3 schools (1 primary, 1 secondary, 1 all-through) educating 1,079 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Leiston?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Leiston is 383. Number of pupils in the latest school census.