Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School vs Roach Vale Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in East of England, England, 260 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Colchester · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
197 students
Roach Vale Primary School
Colchester · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
177 students
| Measure | Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Colchester, East of England | Roach Vale Primary School Colchester, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1601 of 1,872 | #1627 of 1,872 |
| National rank | #13414 of 15,697 | #13632 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 197 | 177 |
| Pupils on roll | 197 | 177 |
| Free school meals | 40.1% | 41.2% |
| Capacity filled | 93.8% | 84.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 47% | 57% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 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 | Colchester | Colchester |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.parsonsheathprimary.org.uk/ | www.roachvaleprimary.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (23.8 vs 22.4).
- •Roach Vale Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (57% vs 47%).
- •Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (6% vs 0%).
- •Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is the larger school with 197 students compared with 177.
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 Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School better than Roach Vale Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School ranks higher (23.8 vs 22.4 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 Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School and Roach Vale Primary School?
About 260 m in a straight line, between Colchester and Colchester in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School: 197. Roach Vale Primary School: 177. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School and Roach Vale Primary School rank in East of England?
Parsons Heath Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is 1601st of 1,872 and Roach Vale Primary School is 1627th of 1,872 among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).