Benhall Infant School vs Lakeside Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 399 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benhall Infant School
Cheltenham · Local authority primary · Ages 4–7
231 students
Lakeside Primary School
Cheltenham · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
511 students
| Measure | Benhall Infant School Cheltenham, South West | Lakeside Primary School Cheltenham, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 85 Top 10% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #130 of 1,695 | #1035 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #1376 of 15,697 | #9557 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–7 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 231 | 511 |
| Pupils on roll | 231 | 511 |
| Free school meals | 8.7% | 14.3% |
| Capacity filled | 128.3% | 94.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 52% |
| 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 | Cheltenham | Cheltenham |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.benhallinfantschool.co.uk/ | www.lakesidechelt.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Benhall Infant School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.3 vs 42.8).
- •Lakeside Primary School is the larger school with 511 students compared with 231.
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 Benhall Infant School better than Lakeside Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Benhall Infant School ranks higher (85.3 vs 42.8 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 Benhall Infant School and Lakeside Primary School?
About 399 m in a straight line, between Cheltenham and Cheltenham in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Benhall Infant School: 231. Lakeside Primary School: 511. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Benhall Infant School and Lakeside Primary School rank in South West?
Benhall Infant School is 130th of 1,695 and Lakeside Primary School is 1035th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).