Aylsham High School vs Colby Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 4.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aylsham High School
Norwich · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
1,138 students
Colby Primary School
Norwich · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
140 students
| Measure | Aylsham High School Norwich, East of England | Colby Primary School Norwich, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 69 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #217 of 460 | #488 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #1726 of 4,090 | #4007 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,138 | 140 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,138 | 140 |
| Free school meals | 19.7% | 4.3% |
| Capacity filled | 111% | 93.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 75% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 4% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.0 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 41.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 64.4% | – |
| EBacc average points | 4.25 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Norwich | Norwich |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.aylshamhigh.com/ | www.colby.norfolk.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Colby Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (69.4 vs 54.8).
- •Aylsham High School is the larger school with 1,138 students compared with 140.
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 Aylsham High School better than Colby Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Colby Primary School ranks higher (69.4 vs 54.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Aylsham High School and Colby Primary School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Norwich and Norwich in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aylsham High School: 1,138. Colby Primary School: 140. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aylsham High School and Colby Primary School rank in East of England?
Aylsham High School is 217th of 460 and Colby Primary School is 488th of 1,872 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).