Avon Valley Academy vs Avondale Preparatory School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avon Valley Academy
Salisbury · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
517 students
Avondale Preparatory School
Salisbury · Independent primary · Ages 2–11
88 students
| Measure | Avon Valley Academy Salisbury, South West | Avondale Preparatory School Salisbury, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 25 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #324 of 402 | – |
| National rank | #3193 of 4,090 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 517 | 88 |
| Pupils on roll | 517 | 88 |
| Free school meals | 24.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 55.9% | 48.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 34.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 18.2% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 45.5% | – |
| EBacc average points | 2.92 | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.avonvalleyacademy.co.uk/ | www.avondaleschool.org |
The verdict
- •Avon Valley Academy is the larger school with 517 students compared with 88.
- •Avon Valley Academy is a academy school while Avondale Preparatory School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Avon Valley Academy better than Avondale Preparatory 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 Avon Valley Academy and Avondale Preparatory School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Avon Valley Academy: 517. Avondale Preparatory School: 88. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Avon Valley Academy and Avondale Preparatory School rank in South West?
Avon Valley Academy is 324th of 402 and Avondale Preparatory School is unranked among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).