Astley Primary School vs Foulsham Primary School Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 8.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Astley Primary School
Melton Constable · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
200 students
Foulsham Primary School Academy
Dereham · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
61 students
| Measure | Astley Primary School Melton Constable, East of England | Foulsham Primary School Academy Dereham, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 14 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1779 of 1,872 | #1797 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #14758 of 15,697 | #14863 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 200 | 61 |
| Pupils on roll | 200 | 61 |
| Free school meals | 27% | 36.1% |
| Capacity filled | 95.2% | 58.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 39% | 44% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 0% |
| 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 | Melton Constable | Dereham |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.astleyprimary.org.uk | www.foulshamprimary.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (14.4 vs 13.5).
- •Foulsham Primary School Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (44% vs 39%).
- •Astley Primary School is the larger school with 200 students compared with 61.
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 Astley Primary School better than Foulsham Primary School Academy?
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 Astley Primary School and Foulsham Primary School Academy?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Melton Constable and Dereham in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Astley Primary School: 200. Foulsham Primary School Academy: 61. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Astley Primary School and Foulsham Primary School Academy rank in East of England?
Astley Primary School is 1779th of 1,872 and Foulsham Primary School Academy is 1797th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).