Beechwood Primary Academy vs Oakwood Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 808 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Beechwood Primary Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
249 students
Oakwood Primary Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
235 students
| Measure | Beechwood Primary Academy Plymouth, South West | Oakwood Primary Academy Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 12 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1660 of 1,695 | #1355 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #15100 of 15,697 | #12312 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 249 | 235 |
| Pupils on roll | 249 | 235 |
| Free school meals | 45.8% | 36.2% |
| Capacity filled | 59.3% | 79.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 34% | 49% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 8% |
| 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.beechwood-primary.co.uk | www.oakwood-primary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Oakwood Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (29.5 vs 11.5).
- •Oakwood Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (49% vs 34%).
- •Oakwood Primary Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (8% vs 2%).
- •Beechwood Primary Academy is the larger school with 249 students compared with 235.
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 Beechwood Primary Academy better than Oakwood Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Oakwood Primary Academy ranks higher (29.5 vs 11.5 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 Beechwood Primary Academy and Oakwood Primary Academy?
About 808 m in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Beechwood Primary Academy: 249. Oakwood Primary Academy: 235. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Beechwood Primary Academy and Oakwood Primary Academy rank in South West?
Beechwood Primary Academy is 1660th of 1,695 and Oakwood Primary Academy is 1355th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).