Aloeric Primary School vs St Michael's Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 31 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aloeric Primary School
Melksham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
360 students
St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Salisbury · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
360 students
| Measure | Aloeric Primary School Melksham, South West | St Michael's Church of England Primary School Salisbury, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 27 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1421 of 1,695 | #1415 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #12878 of 15,697 | #12823 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 360 | 360 |
| Pupils on roll | 360 | 360 |
| Free school meals | 20.8% | 9.6% |
| Capacity filled | 85.7% | 85.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 42% | 29% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | 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 | Melksham | Salisbury |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.aloeric.wilts.sch.uk | www.stmichaelsprimary.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (26.6 vs 27.0).
- •Aloeric Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (42% vs 29%).
- •Aloeric Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (5% vs 3%).
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 Aloeric Primary School better than St Michael's Church of England Primary School?
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 Aloeric Primary School and St Michael's Church of England Primary School?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Melksham and Salisbury in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aloeric Primary School: 360. St Michael's Church of England Primary School: 360. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aloeric Primary School and St Michael's Church of England Primary School rank in South West?
Aloeric Primary School is 1421st of 1,695 and St Michael's Church of England Primary School is 1415th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).