Bristol Brunel Academy vs Bristol Metropolitan Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bristol Brunel Academy
Bristol · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,267 students
Bristol Metropolitan Academy
Bristol · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
1,103 students
| Measure | Bristol Brunel Academy Bristol, South West | Bristol Metropolitan Academy Bristol, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 41 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #246 of 402 | #189 of 402 |
| National rank | #2421 of 4,090 | #1924 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 1,267 | 1,103 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,267 | 1,103 |
| Free school meals | 35.8% | 31.1% |
| Capacity filled | 109.2% | 116.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.6 | 46.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 40.6% | 39.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.4% | 60.9% |
| EBacc average points | 3.77 | 4.20 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Bristol | Bristol |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.bba.bristol.sch.uk/ | www.bristolmet.net |
The verdict
- •Bristol Metropolitan Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (51.0 vs 40.8).
- •Bristol Brunel Academy is the larger school with 1,267 students compared with 1,103.
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 Bristol Brunel Academy better than Bristol Metropolitan Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Bristol Metropolitan Academy ranks higher (51.0 vs 40.8 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 Bristol Brunel Academy and Bristol Metropolitan Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bristol Brunel Academy: 1,267. Bristol Metropolitan Academy: 1,103. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bristol Brunel Academy and Bristol Metropolitan Academy rank in South West?
Bristol Brunel Academy is 246th of 402 and Bristol Metropolitan Academy is 189th of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).