Saxmundham Primary School vs Summerhill School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East of England, England, 6.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Saxmundham Primary School
Saxmundham · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
252 students
Summerhill School
Leiston · Independent all-through · Ages 5–18
51 students
| Measure | Saxmundham Primary School Saxmundham, East of England | Summerhill School Leiston, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 38 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1282 of 1,872 | – |
| National rank | #10545 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 5–18 |
| Students | 252 | 51 |
| Pupils on roll | 252 | 51 |
| Free school meals | 40.6% | – |
| Capacity filled | 80% | 56.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | – |
| 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 | Saxmundham | Leiston |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.saxmundhamprimary.org.uk | www.summerhillschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Saxmundham Primary School is the larger school with 252 students compared with 51.
- •Saxmundham Primary School is a academy school while Summerhill 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 Saxmundham Primary School better than Summerhill 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 Saxmundham Primary School and Summerhill School?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Saxmundham and Leiston in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Saxmundham Primary School: 252. Summerhill School: 51. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Saxmundham Primary School and Summerhill School rank in East of England?
Saxmundham Primary School is 1282nd of 1,872 and Summerhill School is unranked among primary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).