The Priory Pembroke 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.
The Priory Pembroke Academy
Lincoln · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
590 students
Washingborough Academy
Lincoln · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
268 students
| Measure | The Priory Pembroke Academy Lincoln, East Midlands | Washingborough Academy Lincoln, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #201 of 329 | #977 of 1,516 |
| National rank | #2626 of 4,090 | #10947 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 590 | 268 |
| Pupils on roll | 590 | 268 |
| Free school meals | 25.8% | 19.8% |
| Capacity filled | 98.3% | 85.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 58% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 3% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 41.0 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.1% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 53.8% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.47 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Lincoln | Lincoln |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.priorypembroke.co.uk | www.washac.org |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (36.6 vs 36.5).
- •The Priory Pembroke Academy is the larger school with 590 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 The Priory Pembroke Academy better than Washingborough Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are The Priory Pembroke 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?
The Priory Pembroke Academy: 590. Washingborough Academy: 268. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do The Priory Pembroke Academy and Washingborough Academy rank in East Midlands?
The Priory Pembroke Academy is 201st of 329 and Washingborough Academy is 977th of 1,516 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).