Eldene Nursery and Primary School vs Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 170 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eldene Nursery and Primary School
Swindon · Local authority primary · Ages 3–11
327 students
Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School
Ilfracombe · Local authority primary · Ages 7–11
326 students
| Measure | Eldene Nursery and Primary School Swindon, South West | Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School Ilfracombe, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 12 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1649 of 1,695 | #1625 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #15021 of 15,697 | #14777 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 7–11 |
| Students | 327 | 326 |
| Pupils on roll | 327 | 326 |
| Free school meals | 31.2% | 33.7% |
| Capacity filled | 80.7% | 67.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 37% | 37% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 1% |
| 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 | Swindon | Ilfracombe |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.eldeneprimaryschool.org.uk | www.ilfracombe-jun.devon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (14.3 vs 12.2).
- •Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School does better on ks2: higher standard (1% vs 0%).
- •Eldene Nursery and Primary School is the larger school with 327 students compared with 326.
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 Eldene Nursery and Primary School better than Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School?
On the Success Index (England), Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School ranks higher (14.3 vs 12.2 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 Eldene Nursery and Primary School and Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School?
About 170 km in a straight line, between Swindon and Ilfracombe in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Eldene Nursery and Primary School: 327. Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School: 326. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Eldene Nursery and Primary School and Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School rank in South West?
Eldene Nursery and Primary School is 1649th of 1,695 and Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School is 1625th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).