Derwent Primary School vs Lakenham Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 128 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Derwent Primary School
Henlow · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
419 students
Lakenham Primary School
Norwich · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
419 students
| Measure | Derwent Primary School Henlow, East of England | Lakenham Primary School Norwich, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 69 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #499 of 1,872 | #1471 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #4116 of 15,697 | #12244 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 419 | 419 |
| Pupils on roll | 419 | 419 |
| Free school meals | 14.8% | 32% |
| Capacity filled | 99.8% | 99.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 78% | 45% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 9% |
| 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 | Henlow | Norwich |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.derwentschool.co.uk | www.lakenhamprimaryschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Derwent Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (68.8 vs 29.8).
- •Derwent Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (78% vs 45%).
- •Lakenham Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (9% vs 6%).
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 Derwent Primary School better than Lakenham Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Derwent Primary School ranks higher (68.8 vs 29.8 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 Derwent Primary School and Lakenham Primary School?
About 128 km in a straight line, between Henlow and Norwich in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Derwent Primary School: 419. Lakenham Primary School: 419. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Derwent Primary School and Lakenham Primary School rank in East of England?
Derwent Primary School is 499th of 1,872 and Lakenham Primary School is 1471st of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).