Austin Farm Academy vs Leigham Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Austin Farm Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
108 students
Leigham Primary School
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
374 students
| Measure | Austin Farm Academy Plymouth, South West | Leigham Primary School Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 12 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1658 of 1,695 | #639 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #15086 of 15,697 | #6072 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 5–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 108 | 374 |
| Pupils on roll | 108 | 374 |
| Free school meals | 49.1% | 25.7% |
| Capacity filled | 51.4% | 89% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 46% | 67% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | 13% |
| 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 | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.austinfarmacademy.com | www.leigham-primary.plymouth.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Leigham Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (58.9 vs 11.6).
- •Leigham Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (67% vs 46%).
- •Leigham Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (13% vs 0%).
- •Leigham Primary School is the larger school with 374 students compared with 108.
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 Austin Farm Academy better than Leigham Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Leigham Primary School ranks higher (58.9 vs 11.6 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 Austin Farm Academy and Leigham Primary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Austin Farm Academy: 108. Leigham Primary School: 374. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Austin Farm Academy and Leigham Primary School rank in South West?
Austin Farm Academy is 1658th of 1,695 and Leigham Primary School is 639th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).