Aldermaston C.E. Primary School vs Elstree School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South East, England, 2.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aldermaston C.E. Primary School
Reading · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
87 students
Elstree School
Reading · Independent all-through · Ages 2–13
320 students
| Measure | Aldermaston C.E. Primary School Reading, South East | Elstree School Reading, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 18 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #2320 of 2,471 | – |
| National rank | #14264 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–13 |
| Students | 87 | 320 |
| Pupils on roll | 87 | 320 |
| Free school meals | 28.7% | – |
| Capacity filled | 82.9% | 91.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 48% | – |
| 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 | Reading | Reading |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | aldermaston.w-berks.sch.uk/ | www.elstreeschool.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Elstree School is the larger school with 320 students compared with 87.
- •Aldermaston C.E. Primary School is a local authority school while Elstree 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 Aldermaston C.E. Primary School better than Elstree 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 Aldermaston C.E. Primary School and Elstree School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Reading and Reading in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aldermaston C.E. Primary School: 87. Elstree School: 320. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aldermaston C.E. Primary School and Elstree School rank in South East?
Aldermaston C.E. Primary School is 2320th of 2,471 and Elstree School is unranked among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).