Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy vs Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 3.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy
Saffron Walden · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
140 students
Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport
Saffron Walden · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
865 students
| Measure | Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy Saffron Walden, East of England | Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport Saffron Walden, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 80 Top 25% | 54 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #273 of 1,872 | #219 of 460 |
| National rank | #2144 of 15,697 | #1765 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 140 | 865 |
| Pupils on roll | 140 | 865 |
| Free school meals | 9.3% | 12.1% |
| Capacity filled | 87% | 84% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 44.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 47.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 64.8% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.09 |
| A level points per entry | – | 18.8 |
| town | Saffron Walden | Saffron Walden |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.debdenprimary.co.uk | joycefrankland.org/ |
The verdict
- •Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (80.0 vs 54.1).
- •Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport is the larger school with 865 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 Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy better than Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport?
On the Success Index (England), Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy ranks higher (80.0 vs 54.1 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 Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy and Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Saffron Walden and Saffron Walden in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy: 140. Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport: 865. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy and Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport rank in East of England?
Debden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary Academy is 273rd of 1,872 and Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport is 219th of 460 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).