Fen Drayton Primary School vs Holywell CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 3.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fen Drayton Primary School
Cambridge · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
92 students
Holywell CofE Primary School
St Ives · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
193 students
| Measure | Fen Drayton Primary School Cambridge, East of England | Holywell CofE Primary School St Ives, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #984 of 1,872 | #995 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #8200 of 15,697 | #8285 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 92 | 193 |
| Pupils on roll | 92 | 193 |
| Free school meals | 18.5% | 12.4% |
| Capacity filled | 87.6% | 91.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 58% | 63% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 11% | 4% |
| 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 | Cambridge | St Ives |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.fendraytonprimary.co.uk/ | www.holywellprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (49.1 vs 48.7).
- •Holywell CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 58%).
- •Fen Drayton Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 4%).
- •Holywell CofE Primary School is the larger school with 193 students compared with 92.
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 Fen Drayton Primary School better than Holywell CofE Primary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fen Drayton Primary School and Holywell CofE Primary School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Cambridge and St Ives in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Fen Drayton Primary School: 92. Holywell CofE Primary School: 193. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Fen Drayton Primary School and Holywell CofE Primary School rank in East of England?
Fen Drayton Primary School is 984th of 1,872 and Holywell CofE Primary School is 995th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).