Mary Exton Primary School vs Purwell Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 721 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mary Exton Primary School
Hitchin · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
146 students
Purwell Primary School
Hitchin · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
129 students
| Measure | Mary Exton Primary School Hitchin, East of England | Purwell Primary School Hitchin, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1445 of 1,872 | #1558 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #12014 of 15,697 | #12963 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 146 | 129 |
| Pupils on roll | 146 | 129 |
| Free school meals | 17.1% | 28.3% |
| Capacity filled | 69.5% | 53.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 40% | 57% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 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 | Hitchin | Hitchin |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.maryexton.herts.sch.uk/ | www.purwell.herts.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Mary Exton Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (31.1 vs 26.2).
- •Purwell Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (57% vs 40%).
- •Mary Exton Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (7% vs 0%).
- •Mary Exton Primary School is the larger school with 146 students compared with 129.
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 Mary Exton Primary School better than Purwell Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Mary Exton Primary School ranks higher (31.1 vs 26.2 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 Mary Exton Primary School and Purwell Primary School?
About 721 m in a straight line, between Hitchin and Hitchin in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Mary Exton Primary School: 146. Purwell Primary School: 129. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Mary Exton Primary School and Purwell Primary School rank in East of England?
Mary Exton Primary School is 1445th of 1,872 and Purwell Primary School is 1558th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).