Clyst Hydon Primary School vs Whimple Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 4.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clyst Hydon Primary School
Cullompton · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
24 students
Whimple Primary School
Exeter · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
125 students
| Measure | Clyst Hydon Primary School Cullompton, South West | Whimple Primary School Exeter, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 41 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #1104 of 1,695 |
| National rank | – | #10131 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 24 | 125 |
| Pupils on roll | 24 | 125 |
| Free school meals | 25% | 5.6% |
| Capacity filled | 34.3% | 89.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 58% |
| 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 | Cullompton | Exeter |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.clyst-hydon-primary.devon.sch.uk | www.exevalleyfederation.co.uk/Whimple/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (40.8 vs 40.1).
- •Whimple Primary School is the larger school with 125 students compared with 24.
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 Clyst Hydon Primary School better than Whimple Primary 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 Clyst Hydon Primary School and Whimple Primary School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Cullompton and Exeter in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Clyst Hydon Primary School: 24. Whimple Primary School: 125. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Clyst Hydon Primary School and Whimple Primary School rank in South West?
Clyst Hydon Primary School is unranked and Whimple Primary School is 1104th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).