Ringmer Primary and Nursery School vs South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South East, England, 3.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ringmer Primary and Nursery School
Lewes · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
359 students
South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School
Lewes · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
230 students
| Measure | Ringmer Primary and Nursery School Lewes, South East | South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School Lewes, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 67 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #818 of 2,471 | #1598 of 2,471 |
| National rank | #4539 of 15,697 | #9352 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 359 | 230 |
| Pupils on roll | 359 | 230 |
| Free school meals | 14.6% | 17.5% |
| Capacity filled | 114% | 97.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 67% |
| 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 | Lewes | Lewes |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | www.ringmerprimary.school | www.southmalling.com |
The verdict
- •Ringmer Primary and Nursery School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (66.7 vs 43.7).
- •Ringmer Primary and Nursery School is the larger school with 359 students compared with 230.
- •Ringmer Primary and Nursery School is a academy school while South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery 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 Ringmer Primary and Nursery School better than South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School?
On the Success Index (England), Ringmer Primary and Nursery School ranks higher (66.7 vs 43.7 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 Ringmer Primary and Nursery School and South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Lewes and Lewes in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ringmer Primary and Nursery School: 359. South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School: 230. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ringmer Primary and Nursery School and South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School rank in South East?
Ringmer Primary and Nursery School is 818th of 2,471 and South Malling CofE Primary and Nursery School is 1598th of 2,471 among primary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).