Hazelmere Junior School vs Roach Vale Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 292 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hazelmere Junior School
Colchester ยท Local authority primary ยท Ages 7โ11
229 students
Roach Vale Primary School
Colchester ยท Local authority primary ยท Ages 4โ11
177 students
| Measure | Hazelmere Junior School Colchester, East of England | Roach Vale Primary School Colchester, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 12 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1819 of 1,872 | #1627 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #15022 of 15,697 | #13632 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7โ11 | Ages 4โ11 |
| Students | 229 | 177 |
| Pupils on roll | 229 | 177 |
| Free school meals | 47.2% | 41.2% |
| Capacity filled | 95.4% | 84.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 38% | 57% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | โ | โ |
| KS2 writing progress | โ | โ |
| KS2 maths progress | โ | โ |
| Attainment 8 | โ | โ |
| Progress 8 | โ | โ |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | โ | โ |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | โ | โ |
| EBacc average points | โ | โ |
| A level points per entry | โ | โ |
| town | Colchester | Colchester |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.hazelmere-jun.essex.sch.uk/ | www.roachvaleprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- โขRoach Vale Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (22.4 vs 12.2).
- โขRoach Vale Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (57% vs 38%).
- โขHazelmere Junior School does better on ks2: higher standard (2% vs 0%).
- โขHazelmere Junior School is the larger school with 229 students compared with 177.
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 Hazelmere Junior School better than Roach Vale Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Roach Vale Primary School ranks higher (22.4 vs 12.2 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 Hazelmere Junior School and Roach Vale Primary School?
About 292 m in a straight line, between Colchester and Colchester in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hazelmere Junior School: 229. Roach Vale Primary School: 177. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hazelmere Junior School and Roach Vale Primary School rank in East of England?
Hazelmere Junior School is 1819th of 1,872 and Roach Vale Primary School is 1627th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).