Schools in Buckfastleigh, South West (2025)
2 schools · 280 students · 2 academy · median Pupils on roll 168.
Buckfastleigh, in South West, has 2 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 280 students. By level there is 2 primary; by sector 2 academy.
2 of the 2 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Buckfastleigh Primary School (40.7, lower 50% of primary schools nationally), followed by St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Buckfast (29.7, lower 50% of primary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Buckfast (168 students), Buckfastleigh Primary School (112 students).
Ranked schools in Buckfastleigh
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and South West.
- 141Buckfastleigh Primary SchoolBuckfastleigh · Academy Primary58% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 112 students
- 230St Mary's Catholic Primary School, BuckfastBuckfastleigh · Academy Primary61% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 168 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Buckfastleigh Primary School Buckfastleigh · Primary · Ages 4–11 | Academy | 40.7 Lower 50% | 58% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 112 |
| 2 | St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Buckfast Buckfastleigh · Primary · Ages 3–11 | Academy | 29.7 Lower 50% | 61% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 168 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Buckfastleigh?
Buckfastleigh Primary School is the highest-ranked school in Buckfastleigh with a Success Index (England) of 40.7 out of 100 (Lower 50% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Buckfastleigh?
Buckfastleigh has 2 schools (2 primary) educating 280 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Buckfastleigh?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Buckfastleigh is 168. Number of pupils in the latest school census.