Benfield Primary School vs St Nicolas CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South East, England, 584 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benfield Primary School
Brighton · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
209 students
St Nicolas CofE Primary School
Brighton · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
416 students
| Measure | Benfield Primary School Brighton, South East | St Nicolas CofE Primary School Brighton, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 23 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #2201 of 2,471 | #1932 of 2,471 |
| National rank | #13455 of 15,697 | #11600 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 209 | 416 |
| Pupils on roll | 209 | 416 |
| Free school meals | 39.2% | 18% |
| Capacity filled | 51.6% | 95.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 50% | 59% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 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 | Brighton | Brighton |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.benfield.compasseko.uk/ | www.stnicolas.brighton-hove.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St Nicolas CofE Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (33.2 vs 23.4).
- •St Nicolas CofE Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (59% vs 50%).
- •Benfield Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (4% vs 0%).
- •St Nicolas CofE Primary School is the larger school with 416 students compared with 209.
- •Benfield Primary School is a academy school while St Nicolas CofE Primary School is a local authority 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 Benfield Primary School better than St Nicolas CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Nicolas CofE Primary School ranks higher (33.2 vs 23.4 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 Benfield Primary School and St Nicolas CofE Primary School?
About 584 m in a straight line, between Brighton and Brighton in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benfield Primary School: 209. St Nicolas CofE Primary School: 416. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benfield Primary School and St Nicolas CofE Primary School rank in South East?
Benfield Primary School is 2201st of 2,471 and St Nicolas CofE Primary School is 1932nd of 2,471 among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).