The Gilberd School vs Watford Grammar School for Boys
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East of England, England, 96 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
The Gilberd School
Colchester · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,588 students
Watford Grammar School for Boys
Watford · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,590 students
| Measure | The Gilberd School Colchester, East of England | Watford Grammar School for Boys Watford, East of England |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 81 Top 25% | 94 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #77 of 460 | #19 of 460 |
| National rank | #565 of 4,090 | #135 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,588 | 1,590 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,588 | 1,590 |
| Free school meals | 15.4% | 6.5% |
| Capacity filled | 99.3% | 106.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 53.4 | 68.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 58.2% | 83.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 77.1% | 90.5% |
| EBacc average points | 4.76 | 6.80 |
| A level points per entry | – | 39.6 |
| town | Colchester | Watford |
| region | East of England | East of England |
| Website | www.gilberd.com | www.watfordboys.org |
The verdict
- •Watford Grammar School for Boys scores higher on the Success Index (England) (94.3 vs 81.3).
- •Watford Grammar School for Boys is the larger school with 1,590 students compared with 1,588.
- •The Gilberd School is co-educational and Watford Grammar School for Boys is boys.
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 The Gilberd School better than Watford Grammar School for Boys?
On the Success Index (England), Watford Grammar School for Boys ranks higher (94.3 vs 81.3 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 The Gilberd School and Watford Grammar School for Boys?
About 96 km in a straight line, between Colchester and Watford in East of England.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
The Gilberd School: 1,588. Watford Grammar School for Boys: 1,590. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Gilberd School and Watford Grammar School for Boys rank in East of England?
The Gilberd School is 77th of 460 and Watford Grammar School for Boys is 19th of 460 among secondary schools in East of England on the 2025 Success Index (England).