Northmead Junior School vs Rydes Hill Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South East, England, 1.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northmead Junior School
Guildford · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
352 students
Rydes Hill Preparatory School
Guildford · Independent primary · Ages 2–7
92 students
| Measure | Northmead Junior School Guildford, South East | Rydes Hill Preparatory School Guildford, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1417 of 2,471 | – |
| National rank | #8223 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 2–7 |
| Students | 352 | 92 |
| Pupils on roll | 352 | 92 |
| Free school meals | 19.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 97.8% | 46% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 61% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | – |
| 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 | Guildford | Guildford |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.northmead.surrey.sch.uk | www.rydeshill.com |
The verdict
- •Northmead Junior School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 92.
- •Northmead Junior School is a academy school while Rydes Hill Preparatory 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 Northmead Junior School better than Rydes Hill Preparatory 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 Northmead Junior School and Rydes Hill Preparatory School?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Guildford and Guildford in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Northmead Junior School: 352. Rydes Hill Preparatory School: 92. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Northmead Junior School and Rydes Hill Preparatory School rank in South East?
Northmead Junior School is 1417th of 2,471 and Rydes Hill Preparatory School is unranked among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).