How many state-funded options are listed in Barnstaple?

This page currently lists 24 state-funded schools in Barnstaple. The exact total can change as official data and school status updates are refreshed.

How are state primary schools in Barnstaple ranked?

We rank schools using KS2 attainment, inspection outcomes, and wider school data so you can compare more than just a single headline measure. Use the filters and map to narrow the list further.

Does this page include academies and maintained primary schools in Barnstaple?

Yes. The state category is based on the underlying sector value in our database, so it can include academies, maintained schools, and other state-funded institutions within this primary schools group.

Best State Primary Schools in Barnstaple

Browse state-funded primary and all-through schools using the same ranking and map tools as the main hub. This page currently lists 24 schools in Barnstaple. Schools featured here include Swimbridge Church of England Primary School, Marwood School and Parracombe Church of England Primary School.

Key Performance Metrics for Barnstaple

% students reaching expected standard in reading, writing & maths

Barnstaple54%

England62%

% students achieving higher standard in reading, writing & maths

Barnstaple4%

England8%

% students reaching expected standard in science

Barnstaple77%

England82%

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Barnstaple6.8/10

England7.3/10

% students reaching expected standard in reading, writing & maths

Barnstaple

54%vsEngland

62%

% students achieving higher standard in reading, writing & maths

Barnstaple

4%vsEngland

% students reaching expected standard in science

Barnstaple

77%vsEngland

82%

Average FMS Inspection Score (out of 10)

Barnstaple

6.8/10vsEngland

7.3/10

Top schools in Barnstaple

Showing 1-20 of 24 schools

Swimbridge Church of England Primary School
Swimbridge
Marwood School
Muddiford
Parracombe Church of England Primary School
Parracombe
Ashleigh CofE Primary School
Sticklepath
Horwood and Newton Tracey Community Primary School
Lovacott
Landkey Community Primary Academy
Landkey
Goodleigh Church of England Primary School
Goodleigh
Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy
Pilton
Kentisbury Primary School
Kentisbury
Newport Community School Primary Academy
Newport
Sticklepath Community Primary Academy
Sticklepath
Bishops Tawton Primary School
Bishops Tawton
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Barnstaple
Chanters Hill
Orchard Vale Community School
Whiddon Valley
Holywell Church of England School
Tawstock
Yeo Valley Primary School
Pilton
Eden Park Academy
Forches Corner
Bratton Fleming Community Primary School
Bratton Fleming
Shirwell Community Primary School
Shirwell
Filleigh Community Primary School
Filleigh