Drake Primary Academy vs Mayflower Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 1.2 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Drake Primary Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
136 students
Mayflower Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
441 students
| Measure | Drake Primary Academy Plymouth, South West | Mayflower Academy Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 25 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1463 of 1,695 | #461 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #13255 of 15,697 | #4534 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 136 | 441 |
| Pupils on roll | 136 | 441 |
| Free school meals | 44.9% | 40% |
| Capacity filled | 64.8% | 105% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 55% | 84% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 8% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.drakeacademy.org | www.mayfloweracademy.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Mayflower Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (66.7 vs 24.6).
- •Mayflower Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (84% vs 55%).
- •Mayflower Academy does better on ks2: higher standard (8% vs 3%).
- •Mayflower Academy is the larger school with 441 students compared with 136.
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 Drake Primary Academy better than Mayflower Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Mayflower Academy ranks higher (66.7 vs 24.6 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 Drake Primary Academy and Mayflower Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Drake Primary Academy: 136. Mayflower Academy: 441. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Drake Primary Academy and Mayflower Academy rank in South West?
Drake Primary Academy is 1463rd of 1,695 and Mayflower Academy is 461st of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).