Oasis Academy Sholing vs Trafalgar School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South East, England, 22 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oasis Academy Sholing
Southampton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,030 students
Trafalgar School
Portsmouth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,031 students
| Measure | Oasis Academy Sholing Southampton, South East | Trafalgar School Portsmouth, South East |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 40 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #402 of 679 | #419 of 679 |
| National rank | #2455 of 4,090 | #2632 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,030 | 1,031 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,030 | 1,031 |
| Free school meals | 36.8% | 41.6% |
| Capacity filled | 98.1% | 103.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.3 | 43.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 41% | 37.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.5% | 64.7% |
| EBacc average points | 3.92 | 3.86 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Southampton | Portsmouth |
| region | South East | South East |
| Website | – | www.trafalgarschool.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Oasis Academy Sholing scores higher on the Success Index (England) (40.1 vs 36.5).
- •Trafalgar School is the larger school with 1,031 students compared with 1,030.
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 Oasis Academy Sholing better than Trafalgar School?
On the Success Index (England), Oasis Academy Sholing ranks higher (40.1 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 Oasis Academy Sholing and Trafalgar School?
About 22 km in a straight line, between Southampton and Portsmouth in South East.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oasis Academy Sholing: 1,030. Trafalgar School: 1,031. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oasis Academy Sholing and Trafalgar School rank in South East?
Oasis Academy Sholing is 402nd of 679 and Trafalgar School is 419th of 679 among secondary schools in South East on the 2025 Success Index (England).