Downside Primary School vs St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 26 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downside Primary School
Luton · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
1,015 students
St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School
Biggleswade · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
945 students
| Measure | Downside Primary School Luton, East of England | St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School Biggleswade, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 77 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #348 of 1,872 | #420 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #2684 of 15,697 | #3316 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,015 | 945 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,015 | 945 |
| Free school meals | 20.5% | 12.5% |
| Capacity filled | 96.7% | 92.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 79% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 14% | – |
| 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 | Luton | Biggleswade |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.downside-primary.co.uk/ | www.standrewslowerschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Downside Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (76.8 vs 73.2).
- •Downside Primary School is the larger school with 1,015 students compared with 945.
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 Downside Primary School better than St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Downside Primary School ranks higher (76.8 vs 73.2 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 Downside Primary School and St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Luton and Biggleswade in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Downside Primary School: 1,015. St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School: 945. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Downside Primary School and St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School rank in East of England?
Downside Primary School is 348th of 1,872 and St Andrew's CofE VC Primary School is 420th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).