Bmat Stem Academy vs Freshwaters Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 532 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bmat Stem Academy
Harlow · Academy secondary · Ages 14–19
240 students
Freshwaters Primary Academy
Harlow · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
413 students
| Measure | Bmat Stem Academy Harlow, East of England | Freshwaters Primary Academy Harlow, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 14 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #447 of 460 | #1299 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #3860 of 4,090 | #10689 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 14–19 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 240 | 413 |
| Pupils on roll | 240 | 413 |
| Free school meals | 34.9% | 36.8% |
| Capacity filled | – | 92.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 62% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 5% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 28.1 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 15.3% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 36.5% | – |
| EBacc average points | 2.15 | – |
| A level points per entry | 20.6 | – |
| town | Harlow | Harlow |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.bmatstemacademy.org/ | www.freshwatersacademy.org/ |
The verdict
- •Freshwaters Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (37.6 vs 13.5).
- •Freshwaters Primary Academy is the larger school with 413 students compared with 240.
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 Bmat Stem Academy better than Freshwaters Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Freshwaters Primary Academy ranks higher (37.6 vs 13.5 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 Bmat Stem Academy and Freshwaters Primary Academy?
About 532 m in a straight line, between Harlow and Harlow in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bmat Stem Academy: 240. Freshwaters Primary Academy: 413. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bmat Stem Academy and Freshwaters Primary Academy rank in East of England?
Bmat Stem Academy is 447th of 460 and Freshwaters Primary Academy is 1299th of 1,872 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).