Abbotswood Primary School vs Lipson Vale Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 174 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abbotswood Primary School
Bristol · Local authority primary · Ages 4–11
391 students
Lipson Vale Primary School
Plymouth · Local authority primary · Ages 5–11
393 students
| Measure | Abbotswood Primary School Bristol, South West | Lipson Vale Primary School Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #872 of 1,695 | #1222 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #8107 of 15,697 | #11223 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 391 | 393 |
| Pupils on roll | 391 | 393 |
| Free school meals | 24.6% | 24.9% |
| Capacity filled | 93.1% | 93.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 71% | 59% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 3% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Bristol | Plymouth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.abbotswoodprimary.org.uk | www.lvps.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Abbotswood Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.5 vs 35.1).
- •Abbotswood Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (71% vs 59%).
- •Lipson Vale Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (3% vs 2%).
- •Lipson Vale Primary School is the larger school with 393 students compared with 391.
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 Abbotswood Primary School better than Lipson Vale Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Abbotswood Primary School ranks higher (49.5 vs 35.1 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 Abbotswood Primary School and Lipson Vale Primary School?
About 174 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Abbotswood Primary School: 391. Lipson Vale Primary School: 393. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Abbotswood Primary School and Lipson Vale Primary School rank in South West?
Abbotswood Primary School is 872nd of 1,695 and Lipson Vale Primary School is 1222nd of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).