Moulsham High School vs Widford Lodge School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 932 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Moulsham High School
Chelmsford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,662 students
Widford Lodge School
Chelmsford · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
179 students
| Measure | Moulsham High School Chelmsford, East of England | Widford Lodge School Chelmsford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 87 Top 10% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #56 of 460 | – |
| National rank | #373 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 1,662 | 179 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,662 | 179 |
| Free school meals | 12.4% | – |
| Capacity filled | 103% | 66.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 58.3 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 66.4% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 84.2% | – |
| EBacc average points | 5.34 | – |
| A level points per entry | 37.0 | – |
| town | Chelmsford | Chelmsford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.moulshamhigh.org | www.widfordlodge.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Moulsham High School is the larger school with 1,662 students compared with 179.
- •Moulsham High School is a academy school while Widford Lodge School is a independent 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 Moulsham High School better than Widford Lodge School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Moulsham High School and Widford Lodge School?
About 932 m in a straight line, between Chelmsford and Chelmsford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Moulsham High School: 1,662. Widford Lodge School: 179. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Moulsham High School and Widford Lodge School rank in East of England?
Moulsham High School is 56th of 460 and Widford Lodge School is unranked among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).