Balliol Primary School vs Ryhope Junior School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 20 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Balliol Primary School
Newcastle-upon-Tyne · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
157 students
Ryhope Junior School
Sunderland · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
158 students
| Measure | Balliol Primary School Newcastle-upon-Tyne, North East | Ryhope Junior School Sunderland, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 32 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #584 of 811 | #440 of 811 |
| National rank | #11787 of 15,697 | #8902 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 157 | 158 |
| Pupils on roll | 157 | 158 |
| Free school meals | 50% | 54.4% |
| Capacity filled | 74.8% | 65.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 57% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 7% | 8% |
| 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 | Newcastle-upon-Tyne | Sunderland |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.balliolprimary.co.uk | www.ryhopejuniors.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Ryhope Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (45.9 vs 32.2).
- •Ryhope Junior School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (67% vs 57%).
- •Ryhope Junior School does better on ks2: higher standard (8% vs 7%).
- •Ryhope Junior School is the larger school with 158 students compared with 157.
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 Balliol Primary School better than Ryhope Junior School?
On the Success Index (England), Ryhope Junior School ranks higher (45.9 vs 32.2 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 Balliol Primary School and Ryhope Junior School?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Newcastle-upon-Tyne and Sunderland in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Balliol Primary School: 157. Ryhope Junior School: 158. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Balliol Primary School and Ryhope Junior School rank in North East?
Balliol Primary School is 584th of 811 and Ryhope Junior School is 440th of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).