Hilgay Riverside Academy vs Wimbotsham and Stow Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 6.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilgay Riverside Academy
Downham Market · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
75 students
Wimbotsham and Stow Academy
King's Lynn · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
106 students
| Measure | Hilgay Riverside Academy Downham Market, East of England | Wimbotsham and Stow Academy King's Lynn, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 28 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1529 of 1,872 | #1361 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #12708 of 15,697 | #11282 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 75 | 106 |
| Pupils on roll | 75 | 106 |
| Free school meals | 34.7% | 10% |
| Capacity filled | 76.5% | 96.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 60% | 56% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 0% |
| 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 | Downham Market | King's Lynn |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | hil.graceschools.org.uk/ | www.wimbotshamandstowacademy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Wimbotsham and Stow Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.8 vs 27.5).
- •Hilgay Riverside Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (60% vs 56%).
- •Wimbotsham and Stow Academy is the larger school with 106 students compared with 75.
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 Hilgay Riverside Academy better than Wimbotsham and Stow Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Wimbotsham and Stow Academy ranks higher (34.8 vs 27.5 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 Hilgay Riverside Academy and Wimbotsham and Stow Academy?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between Downham Market and King's Lynn in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hilgay Riverside Academy: 75. Wimbotsham and Stow Academy: 106. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hilgay Riverside Academy and Wimbotsham and Stow Academy rank in East of England?
Hilgay Riverside Academy is 1529th of 1,872 and Wimbotsham and Stow Academy is 1361st of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).