Avon Valley Academy vs Winchcombe School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 86 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
Winchcombe School
Cheltenham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
515 students
| Measure | Avon Valley Academy Salisbury, South West | Winchcombe School Cheltenham, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 25 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #324 of 402 | #237 of 402 |
| National rank | #3193 of 4,090 | #2306 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 517 | 515 |
| Pupils on roll | 517 | 515 |
| Free school meals | 24.9% | 21.6% |
| Capacity filled | 55.9% | 112% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 34.8 | 42.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 18.2% | 31.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 45.5% | 56.1% |
| EBacc average points | 2.92 | 3.59 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Salisbury | Cheltenham |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.avonvalleyacademy.co.uk/ | www.winchcombeschool.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Winchcombe School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (43.4 vs 24.9).
- •Avon Valley Academy is the larger school with 517 students compared with 515.
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 Winchcombe School?
On the Success Index (England), Winchcombe School ranks higher (43.4 vs 24.9 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 Avon Valley Academy and Winchcombe School?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Cheltenham in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Avon Valley Academy: 517. Winchcombe School: 515. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Avon Valley Academy and Winchcombe School rank in South West?
Avon Valley Academy is 324th of 402 and Winchcombe School is 237th of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).