Kimbolton School vs Riseley CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 6.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kimbolton School
Huntingdon · Independent all-through · Ages 3–18
1,036 students
Riseley CofE Primary School
Bedford · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
121 students
| Measure | Kimbolton School Huntingdon, East of England | Riseley CofE Primary School Bedford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 23 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #392 of 460 | #1053 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #3297 of 4,090 | #8699 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,036 | 121 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,036 | 121 |
| Free school meals | – | 9.2% |
| Capacity filled | 94.2% | 54% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 56% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 7% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 33.2 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.16 | – |
| A level points per entry | 40.6 | – |
| town | Huntingdon | Bedford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | – | www.riseleyschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Riseley CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (46.9 vs 23.3).
- •Kimbolton School is the larger school with 1,036 students compared with 121.
- •Kimbolton School is a independent school while Riseley CofE Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Kimbolton School better than Riseley CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Riseley CofE Primary School ranks higher (46.9 vs 23.3 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 Kimbolton School and Riseley CofE Primary School?
About 6.7 km in a straight line, between Huntingdon and Bedford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kimbolton School: 1,036. Riseley CofE Primary School: 121. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kimbolton School and Riseley CofE Primary School rank in East of England?
Kimbolton School is 392nd of 460 and Riseley CofE Primary School is 1053rd of 1,872 among all-through schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).