Bristol Brunel Academy vs Monkton Wood Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 61 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
Monkton Wood Academy
Taunton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,267 students
| Measure | Bristol Brunel Academy Bristol, South West | Monkton Wood Academy Taunton, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 41 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #246 of 402 | #252 of 402 |
| National rank | #2421 of 4,090 | #2453 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,267 | 1,267 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,267 | 1,267 |
| Free school meals | 35.8% | 24.5% |
| Capacity filled | 109.2% | 89.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.6 | 41.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 40.6% | 35.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.4% | 56.1% |
| EBacc average points | 3.77 | 3.46 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Bristol | Taunton |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.bba.bristol.sch.uk/ | monktonwoodacademy.clf.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (40.8 vs 40.2).
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 Monkton Wood Academy?
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 Bristol Brunel Academy and Monkton Wood Academy?
About 61 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Taunton in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bristol Brunel Academy: 1,267. Monkton Wood Academy: 1,267. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bristol Brunel Academy and Monkton Wood Academy rank in South West?
Bristol Brunel Academy is 246th of 402 and Monkton Wood Academy is 252nd of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).