Braunton Academy vs Stanchester Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 101 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Braunton Academy
Braunton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
828 students
Stanchester Academy
Stoke-sub-Hamdon · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
829 students
| Measure | Braunton Academy Braunton, South West | Stanchester Academy Stoke-sub-Hamdon, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 83 Top 25% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #38 of 402 | #172 of 402 |
| National rank | #506 of 4,090 | #1820 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 828 | 829 |
| Pupils on roll | 828 | 829 |
| Free school meals | 15% | 22.2% |
| Capacity filled | 98.6% | 94.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 53.7 | 43.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 61.2% | 47.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 79.6% | 69.7% |
| EBacc average points | 4.62 | 3.92 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Braunton | Stoke-sub-Hamdon |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.braunton.academy/ | stanchester-academy.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Braunton Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (82.9 vs 53.2).
- •Stanchester Academy is the larger school with 829 students compared with 828.
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 Braunton Academy better than Stanchester Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Braunton Academy ranks higher (82.9 vs 53.2 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 Braunton Academy and Stanchester Academy?
About 101 km in a straight line, between Braunton and Stoke-sub-Hamdon in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Braunton Academy: 828. Stanchester Academy: 829. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Braunton Academy and Stanchester Academy rank in South West?
Braunton Academy is 38th of 402 and Stanchester Academy is 172nd of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).