Hilmarton Primary School vs Marden Vale CofE Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 4.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilmarton Primary School
Calne · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
105 students
Marden Vale CofE Academy
Calne · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
146 students
| Measure | Hilmarton Primary School Calne, South West | Marden Vale CofE Academy Calne, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 24 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1472 of 1,695 | #1447 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #13311 of 15,697 | #13140 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 105 | 146 |
| Pupils on roll | 105 | 146 |
| Free school meals | 18.1% | 56.2% |
| Capacity filled | 92.1% | 54.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 50% | 48% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 8% |
| 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 | Calne | Calne |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.hilmarton.wilts.sch.uk | www.mardenvale.dsat.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (24.3 vs 25.2).
- •Hilmarton Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (50% vs 48%).
- •Marden Vale CofE Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (8% vs 0%).
- •Marden Vale CofE Academy is the larger school with 146 students compared with 105.
- •Hilmarton Primary School is a local authority school while Marden Vale CofE Academy is a academy 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 Hilmarton Primary School better than Marden Vale CofE Academy?
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 Hilmarton Primary School and Marden Vale CofE Academy?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Calne and Calne in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Hilmarton Primary School: 105. Marden Vale CofE Academy: 146. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Hilmarton Primary School and Marden Vale CofE Academy rank in South West?
Hilmarton Primary School is 1472nd of 1,695 and Marden Vale CofE Academy is 1447th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).