Bristol Grammar School vs Cotham Gardens Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 992 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bristol Grammar School
Bristol · Independent all-through · Ages 4–18
1,377 students
Cotham Gardens Primary School
Bristol · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
365 students
| Measure | Bristol Grammar School Bristol, South West | Cotham Gardens Primary School Bristol, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 20 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #357 of 402 | #1509 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #3526 of 4,090 | #13590 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Independent | Academy |
| Type | All-through | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–18 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 1,377 | 365 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,377 | 365 |
| Free school meals | – | 27.1% |
| Capacity filled | 97.7% | 57.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 53% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 14.8 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 0% | – |
| EBacc average points | 0.45 | – |
| A level points per entry | 44.2 | – |
| town | Bristol | Bristol |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.bristolgrammarschool.co.uk | www.cothamgardens.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Cotham Gardens Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (22.6 vs 20.1).
- •Bristol Grammar School is the larger school with 1,377 students compared with 365.
- •Bristol Grammar School is a independent school while Cotham Gardens Primary School is a academy school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Grammar School better than Cotham Gardens Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Cotham Gardens Primary School ranks higher (22.6 vs 20.1 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 Grammar School and Cotham Gardens Primary School?
About 992 m in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bristol Grammar School: 1,377. Cotham Gardens Primary School: 365. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bristol Grammar School and Cotham Gardens Primary School rank in South West?
Bristol Grammar School is 357th of 402 and Cotham Gardens Primary School is 1509th of 1,695 among all-through schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).