Compton CofE Primary School vs King's School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 764 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Compton CofE Primary School
Plymouth · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
429 students
King's School
Plymouth · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
275 students
| Measure | Compton CofE Primary School Plymouth, South West | King's School Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 94 Top 5% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #30 of 1,695 | – |
| National rank | #376 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Local authority | Independent |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 429 | 275 |
| Pupils on roll | 429 | 275 |
| Free school meals | 6.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 98.4% | 119.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 86% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 24% | – |
| 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 | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.compton-cofe-primary.org/ | www.kingsschool-plymouth.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Compton CofE Primary School is the larger school with 429 students compared with 275.
- •Compton CofE Primary School is a local authority school while King's 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 Compton CofE Primary School better than King's 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 Compton CofE Primary School and King's School?
About 764 m in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Compton CofE Primary School: 429. King's School: 275. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Compton CofE Primary School and King's School rank in South West?
Compton CofE Primary School is 30th of 1,695 and King's School is unranked among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).