Arbury Primary School vs Bushmead Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 28 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arbury Primary School
Cambridge · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
380 students
Bushmead Primary School
St Neots · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
380 students
| Measure | Arbury Primary School Cambridge, East of England | Bushmead Primary School St Neots, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1259 of 1,872 | #1268 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #10348 of 15,697 | #10387 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 380 | 380 |
| Pupils on roll | 380 | 380 |
| Free school meals | 40.3% | 23.9% |
| Capacity filled | 90.5% | 90.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | 63% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 2% |
| 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 | Cambridge | St Neots |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.arbury.cambs.sch.uk | www.bushmead.cambs.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (39.0 vs 38.8).
- •Arbury Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (66% vs 63%).
- •Arbury Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (3% vs 2%).
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 Arbury Primary School better than Bushmead Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Arbury Primary School and Bushmead Primary School?
About 28 km in a straight line, between Cambridge and St Neots in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arbury Primary School: 380. Bushmead Primary School: 380. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arbury Primary School and Bushmead Primary School rank in East of England?
Arbury Primary School is 1259th of 1,872 and Bushmead Primary School is 1268th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).