Schools in East Sussex, South East (2025)
2 schools · 652 students · 2 independent · median Pupils on roll 459.
East Sussex, in South East, has 2 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 652 students. By level there is 2 all-through; by sector 2 independent.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Battle Abbey School (36.4, lower 50% of all-through schools nationally), followed by Buckswood School (11.0, lower 50% of all-through schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Battle Abbey School (459 students), Buckswood School (193 students).
Ranked schools in East Sussex
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and South East.
- 136Battle Abbey SchoolEast Sussex · Independent All-through42.3 Attainment 8 · 459 students
- 211Buckswood SchoolEast Sussex · Independent All-through16.1 Attainment 8 · 193 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Battle Abbey School East Sussex · All-through · Ages 0–18 | Independent | 36.4 Lower 50% | 42.3 Attainment 8 | 459 |
| 2 | Buckswood School East Sussex · All-through · Ages 10–19 | Independent | 11.0 Lower 50% | 16.1 Attainment 8 | 193 |
Compare the top 2 schools in East Sussex side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in East Sussex?
Battle Abbey School is the highest-ranked school in East Sussex with a Success Index (England) of 36.4 out of 100 (Lower 50% of all-through schools in England).
How many schools are in East Sussex?
East Sussex has 2 schools (2 all-through) educating 652 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in East Sussex?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in East Sussex is 459. Number of pupils in the latest school census.