Michaelchurch Escley Primary School vs Rushbury CofE Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 60 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Michaelchurch Escley Primary School
Hereford · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
63 students
Rushbury CofE Primary School
Church Stretton · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
64 students
| Measure | Michaelchurch Escley Primary School Hereford, West Midlands | Rushbury CofE Primary School Church Stretton, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 82 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #148 of 1,690 | #565 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #1801 of 15,697 | #5802 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 63 | 64 |
| Pupils on roll | 63 | 64 |
| Free school meals | 6.3% | 18.8% |
| Capacity filled | 112.5% | 91.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 80% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | 11% |
| 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 | Hereford | Church Stretton |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | michaelchurchprimary.com | www.rushburyschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Michaelchurch Escley Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.4 vs 60.2).
- •Michaelchurch Escley Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (80% vs 67%).
- •Rushbury CofE Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (11% vs 10%).
- •Rushbury CofE Primary School is the larger school with 64 students compared with 63.
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 Michaelchurch Escley Primary School better than Rushbury CofE Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Michaelchurch Escley Primary School ranks higher (82.4 vs 60.2 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 Michaelchurch Escley Primary School and Rushbury CofE Primary School?
About 60 km in a straight line, between Hereford and Church Stretton in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Michaelchurch Escley Primary School: 63. Rushbury CofE Primary School: 64. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Michaelchurch Escley Primary School and Rushbury CofE Primary School rank in West Midlands?
Michaelchurch Escley Primary School is 148th of 1,690 and Rushbury CofE Primary School is 565th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).