Bristol Cathedral Choir School vs Mangotsfield School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 8.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bristol Cathedral Choir School
Bristol · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,192 students
Mangotsfield School
Bristol · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,191 students
| Measure | Bristol Cathedral Choir School Bristol, South West | Mangotsfield School Bristol, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 75 Top 25% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #63 of 402 | #253 of 402 |
| National rank | #804 of 4,090 | #2462 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,192 | 1,191 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,192 | 1,191 |
| Free school meals | 28.4% | 24.1% |
| Capacity filled | 113.5% | 99.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 54.6 | 41.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 60.1% | 34.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 76.4% | 56% |
| EBacc average points | 4.99 | 3.65 |
| A level points per entry | 38.5 | – |
| town | Bristol | Bristol |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | bccs.bristol.sch.uk/ | www.mangotsfieldschool.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Bristol Cathedral Choir School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (74.6 vs 39.9).
- •Bristol Cathedral Choir School is the larger school with 1,192 students compared with 1,191.
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 Cathedral Choir School better than Mangotsfield School?
On the Success Index (England), Bristol Cathedral Choir School ranks higher (74.6 vs 39.9 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 Bristol Cathedral Choir School and Mangotsfield School?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bristol Cathedral Choir School: 1,192. Mangotsfield School: 1,191. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bristol Cathedral Choir School and Mangotsfield School rank in South West?
Bristol Cathedral Choir School is 63rd of 402 and Mangotsfield School is 253rd of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).