Acomb First School vs Ferryhill Station Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 51 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Acomb First School
Hexham · Local authority primary · Ages 4–9
58 students
Ferryhill Station Primary School
Ferryhill · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
59 students
| Measure | Acomb First School Hexham, North East | Ferryhill Station Primary School Ferryhill, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 42 Lower 50% | 4 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–9 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 58 | 59 |
| Pupils on roll | 58 | 59 |
| Free school meals | 24.1% | 69.5% |
| Capacity filled | 77.3% | 56.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 20% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 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 | Hexham | Ferryhill |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.acomb.northumberland.sch.uk/ | www.ferryhillstationschool.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Acomb First School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (42.4 vs 3.5).
- •Ferryhill Station Primary School is the larger school with 59 students compared with 58.
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 Acomb First School better than Ferryhill Station Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Acomb First School ranks higher (42.4 vs 3.5 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 Acomb First School and Ferryhill Station Primary School?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Hexham and Ferryhill in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Acomb First School: 58. Ferryhill Station Primary School: 59. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Acomb First School and Ferryhill Station Primary School rank in North East?
Acomb First School is unranked and Ferryhill Station Primary School is unranked among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).