Aylsham High School vs King Edward VI CEVC School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 71 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
King Edward VI CEVC School
Bury St Edmunds · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
1,189 students
| Measure | Aylsham High School Norwich, East of England | King Edward VI CEVC School Bury St Edmunds, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #217 of 460 | #225 of 460 |
| National rank | #1726 of 4,090 | #1850 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,138 | 1,189 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,138 | 1,189 |
| Free school meals | 19.7% | 21.9% |
| Capacity filled | 111% | 99.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.0 | 45.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 41.1% | 38% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 64.4% | 62.9% |
| EBacc average points | 4.25 | 3.93 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Norwich | Bury St Edmunds |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.aylshamhigh.com/ | www.king-ed.suffolk.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Aylsham High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (54.8 vs 52.5).
- •King Edward VI CEVC School is the larger school with 1,189 students compared with 1,138.
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 King Edward VI CEVC School?
On the Success Index (England), Aylsham High School ranks higher (54.8 vs 52.5 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 King Edward VI CEVC School?
About 71 km in a straight line, between Norwich and Bury St Edmunds in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aylsham High School: 1,138. King Edward VI CEVC School: 1,189. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aylsham High School and King Edward VI CEVC School rank in East of England?
Aylsham High School is 217th of 460 and King Edward VI CEVC School is 225th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).