Richardson Dees Primary School vs St Peter's Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in North East, England, 541 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Richardson Dees Primary School
Wallsend · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
206 students
St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Wallsend · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
162 students
| Measure | Richardson Dees Primary School Wallsend, North East | St Peter's Church of England Primary School Wallsend, North East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 21 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #685 of 811 | #635 of 811 |
| National rank | #13855 of 15,697 | #12700 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 206 | 162 |
| Pupils on roll | 206 | 162 |
| Free school meals | 51.4% | 32.9% |
| Capacity filled | 87.3% | 77.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 52% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| 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 | Wallsend | Wallsend |
| region | North East | North East |
| Website | www.richardsondeesprimary.co.uk/ | stpeters.neat.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St Peter's Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (27.6 vs 20.8).
- •Richardson Dees Primary School is the larger school with 206 students compared with 162.
- •Richardson Dees Primary School is a local authority school while St Peter's Church of England Primary School is a academy 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 Richardson Dees Primary School better than St Peter's Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Peter's Church of England Primary School ranks higher (27.6 vs 20.8 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 Richardson Dees Primary School and St Peter's Church of England Primary School?
About 541 m in a straight line, between Wallsend and Wallsend in North East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Richardson Dees Primary School: 206. St Peter's Church of England Primary School: 162. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Richardson Dees Primary School and St Peter's Church of England Primary School rank in North East?
Richardson Dees Primary School is 685th of 811 and St Peter's Church of England Primary School is 635th of 811 among primary schools in North East on the 2025 Success Index (England).