Downham Feoffees Primary Academy vs Ely College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 3.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downham Feoffees Primary Academy
Ely · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
150 students
Ely College
Ely · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,635 students
| Measure | Downham Feoffees Primary Academy Ely, East of England | Ely College Ely, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 55 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #823 of 1,872 | #165 of 460 |
| National rank | #6835 of 15,697 | #1276 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 150 | 1,635 |
| Pupils on roll | 150 | 1,635 |
| Free school meals | 14% | 16.7% |
| Capacity filled | 71.4% | 99.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 61% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 49.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 53.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 73.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.33 |
| A level points per entry | – | 25.1 |
| town | Ely | Ely |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.downhamfeoffees.org | www.elycollege.com |
The verdict
- •Ely College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (64.3 vs 55.3).
- •Ely College is the larger school with 1,635 students compared with 150.
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 Downham Feoffees Primary Academy better than Ely College?
On the Success Index (England), Ely College ranks higher (64.3 vs 55.3 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 Downham Feoffees Primary Academy and Ely College?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Ely and Ely in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downham Feoffees Primary Academy: 150. Ely College: 1,635. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downham Feoffees Primary Academy and Ely College rank in East of England?
Downham Feoffees Primary Academy is 823rd of 1,872 and Ely College is 165th of 460 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).