Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School vs Marwood School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 149 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School
Helston · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
72 students
Marwood School
Barnstaple · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
72 students
| Measure | Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School Helston, South West | Marwood School Barnstaple, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 20 Lower 50% | 100 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #1552 of 1,695 | #1 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #13949 of 15,697 | #17 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 72 | 72 |
| Pupils on roll | 72 | 72 |
| Free school meals | 13.9% | 1.4% |
| Capacity filled | 80% | 60.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 36% | – |
| 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 | Helston | Barnstaple |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.graderuan.org | www.marwood.devon.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Marwood School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (99.5 vs 20.2).
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 Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School better than Marwood School?
On the Success Index (England), Marwood School ranks higher (99.5 vs 20.2 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 Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School and Marwood School?
About 149 km in a straight line, between Helston and Barnstaple in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School: 72. Marwood School: 72. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School and Marwood School rank in South West?
Grade-Ruan CofE Primary School is 1552nd of 1,695 and Marwood School is 1st of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).