Branston Community Academy vs Washingborough Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in East Midlands, England, 2.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Branston Community Academy
Lincoln · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,132 students
Washingborough Academy
Lincoln · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
268 students
| Measure | Branston Community Academy Lincoln, East Midlands | Washingborough Academy Lincoln, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #178 of 329 | #977 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #2230 of 4,090 | #10947 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,132 | 268 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,132 | 268 |
| Free school meals | 25% | 19.8% |
| Capacity filled | 92.4% | 85.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 58% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 3% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 34.9% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 59.3% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.87 | – |
| A level points per entry | 33.4 | – |
| town | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.branstonca.lincs.sch.uk/ | www.washac.org |
The verdict
- •Branston Community Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (44.9 vs 36.5).
- •Branston Community Academy is the larger school with 1,132 students compared with 268.
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 Branston Community Academy better than Washingborough Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Branston Community Academy ranks higher (44.9 vs 36.5 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 Branston Community Academy and Washingborough Academy?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Lincoln and Lincoln in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Branston Community Academy: 1,132. Washingborough Academy: 268. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Branston Community Academy and Washingborough Academy rank in East Midlands?
Branston Community Academy is 178th of 329 and Washingborough Academy is 977th of 1,516 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).