Combs Ford Primary School vs Stowmarket High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 2.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Combs Ford Primary School
Stowmarket · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
299 students
Stowmarket High School
Stowmarket · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
901 students
| Measure | Combs Ford Primary School Stowmarket, East of England | Stowmarket High School Stowmarket, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 23 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1607 of 1,872 | #297 of 460 |
| National rank | #13478 of 15,697 | #2403 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 299 | 901 |
| Pupils on roll | 299 | 901 |
| Free school meals | 27.4% | 20.5% |
| Capacity filled | 71.2% | 75.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 47% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 40.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 35.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 58.4% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.52 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Stowmarket | Stowmarket |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.combsfordprimary.co.uk | www.stowhigh.com |
The verdict
- •Stowmarket High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (41.1 vs 23.3).
- •Stowmarket High School is the larger school with 901 students compared with 299.
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 Combs Ford Primary School better than Stowmarket High School?
On the Success Index (England), Stowmarket High School ranks higher (41.1 vs 23.3 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 Combs Ford Primary School and Stowmarket High School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Stowmarket and Stowmarket in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Combs Ford Primary School: 299. Stowmarket High School: 901. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Combs Ford Primary School and Stowmarket High School rank in East of England?
Combs Ford Primary School is 1607th of 1,872 and Stowmarket High School is 297th of 460 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).