North Molton Primary School vs St Issey Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 99 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Molton Primary School
South Molton · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
124 students
St Issey Church of England Primary School
Wadebridge · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
124 students
| Measure | North Molton Primary School South Molton, South West | St Issey Church of England Primary School Wadebridge, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 44 Lower 50% | 72 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #1011 of 1,695 | #350 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #9399 of 15,697 | #3593 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 124 | 124 |
| Pupils on roll | 124 | 124 |
| Free school meals | 27.4% | 22.2% |
| Capacity filled | 118.1% | 147.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 65% | 86% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | 7% |
| 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 | South Molton | Wadebridge |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.north-molton-primary.devon.sch.uk | www.st-issey.cornwall.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •St Issey Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (71.7 vs 43.5).
- •St Issey Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (86% vs 65%).
- •St Issey Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (7% vs 4%).
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 North Molton Primary School better than St Issey Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), St Issey Church of England Primary School ranks higher (71.7 vs 43.5 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 North Molton Primary School and St Issey Church of England Primary School?
About 99 km in a straight line, between South Molton and Wadebridge in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
North Molton Primary School: 124. St Issey Church of England Primary School: 124. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do North Molton Primary School and St Issey Church of England Primary School rank in South West?
North Molton Primary School is 1011th of 1,695 and St Issey Church of England Primary School is 350th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).