Kings Ford Academy vs Paxman Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 519 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kings Ford Academy
Colchester · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
152 students
Paxman Academy
Colchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
873 students
| Measure | Kings Ford Academy Colchester, East of England | Paxman Academy Colchester, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 15 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1774 of 1,872 | #343 of 460 |
| National rank | #14716 of 15,697 | #2753 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 152 | 873 |
| Pupils on roll | 152 | 873 |
| Free school meals | 29.6% | 33.3% |
| Capacity filled | 63.3% | 97% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 29% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 41.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 34.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 48.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.37 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Colchester | Colchester |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.kingsfordacademy.co.uk | www.paxmanacademy.school |
The verdict
- •Paxman Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (33.9 vs 14.8).
- •Paxman Academy is the larger school with 873 students compared with 152.
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 Kings Ford Academy better than Paxman Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Paxman Academy ranks higher (33.9 vs 14.8 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 Kings Ford Academy and Paxman Academy?
About 519 m in a straight line, between Colchester and Colchester in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Kings Ford Academy: 152. Paxman Academy: 873. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Kings Ford Academy and Paxman Academy rank in East of England?
Kings Ford Academy is 1774th of 1,872 and Paxman Academy is 343rd of 460 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).