Schools in Castle Cary, South West (2025)
3 schools · 681 students · 3 academy · median Pupils on roll 177.
Castle Cary, in South West, has 3 schools in England's 2025 data, together educating about 681 students. By level there are 2 primary, 1 secondary; by sector 3 academy.
The median Pupils on roll across Castle Cary's schools is 177, below the South West median of 207. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
2 of the 3 schools qualify for the Success Index (England). The highest-scoring is Castle Cary Community Primary School (56.3, top 50% of primary schools nationally), followed by Ansford Academy (53.8, top 50% of secondary schools nationally). Scores are percentiles within school type, so compare a primary school with other primary schools.
The largest schools are Ansford Academy (469 students), Castle Cary Community Primary School (177 students), Lovington Church of England Primary School (35 students).
Ranked schools in Castle Cary
Ordered by Success Index (England). Rank positions shown on each profile are within England and South West.
- 156Castle Cary Community Primary SchoolCastle Cary · Academy Primary68% KS2 expected standard (RWM) · 177 students
- 254Ansford AcademyCastle Cary · Academy Secondary43.7 Attainment 8 · 469 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (England) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Castle Cary Community Primary School Castle Cary · Primary · Ages 4–11 | Academy | 56.3 Top 50% | 68% KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 177 |
| 2 | Ansford Academy Castle Cary · Secondary · Ages 11–16 | Academy | 53.8 Top 50% | 43.7 Attainment 8 | 469 |
Other schools in Castle Cary
Schools without a rank: fewer than 60 students, no published Pupils on roll, or a school type that is not scored.
Compare the top 2 schools in Castle Cary side by side →
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Castle Cary?
Castle Cary Community Primary School is the highest-ranked school in Castle Cary with a Success Index (England) of 56.3 out of 100 (Top 50% of primary schools in England).
How many schools are in Castle Cary?
Castle Cary has 3 schools (2 primary, 1 secondary) educating 681 students in 2025.
What is the typical Pupils on roll in Castle Cary?
The median Pupils on roll across schools in Castle Cary is 177. Number of pupils in the latest school census.