Broomgrove Infant School vs Elmstead Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 3.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Broomgrove Infant School
Colchester · Local authority primary · Ages 4–7
158 students
Elmstead Primary School
Colchester · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
211 students
| Measure | Broomgrove Infant School Colchester, East of England | Elmstead Primary School Colchester, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 60 Top 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #717 of 1,872 | #1513 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #5936 of 15,697 | #12574 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–7 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 158 | 211 |
| Pupils on roll | 158 | 211 |
| Free school meals | 17.1% | 17.1% |
| Capacity filled | 87.8% | 101.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 47% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 3% |
| 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 | Colchester | Colchester |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.broomgroveinfantschool.co.uk | www.elmsteadprimary.com |
The verdict
- •Broomgrove Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (59.5 vs 28.2).
- •Elmstead Primary School is the larger school with 211 students compared with 158.
- •Broomgrove Infant School is a local authority school while Elmstead Primary School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Broomgrove Infant School better than Elmstead Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Broomgrove Infant School ranks higher (59.5 vs 28.2 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 Broomgrove Infant School and Elmstead Primary School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Colchester and Colchester in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Broomgrove Infant School: 158. Elmstead Primary School: 211. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Broomgrove Infant School and Elmstead Primary School rank in East of England?
Broomgrove Infant School is 717th of 1,872 and Elmstead Primary School is 1513th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).