Exeter School vs Marlborough College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 146 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Exeter School
Exeter · Independent all-through · Ages 6–19
973 students
Marlborough College
Wiltshire · Independent secondary · Ages 13–19
1,003 students
| Measure | Exeter School Exeter, South West | Marlborough College Wiltshire, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 22 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #345 of 402 | #344 of 402 |
| National rank | #3423 of 4,090 | #3398 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Independent |
| Type | All-through | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 6–19 | Ages 13–19 |
| Students | 973 | 1,003 |
| Pupils on roll | 973 | 1,003 |
| Free school meals | – | – |
| Capacity filled | 97.3% | 86.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 22.8 | 23.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 0% | 0% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 0% | 0% |
| EBacc average points | 1.15 | 1.16 |
| A level points per entry | 44.4 | 45.0 |
| town | Exeter | Wiltshire |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.exeterschool.org.uk | www.marlboroughcollege.org |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (21.5 vs 21.8).
- •Marlborough College is the larger school with 1,003 students compared with 973.
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 Exeter School better than Marlborough College?
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 Exeter School and Marlborough College?
About 146 km in a straight line, between Exeter and Wiltshire in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Exeter School: 973. Marlborough College: 1,003. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Exeter School and Marlborough College rank in South West?
Exeter School is 345th of 402 and Marlborough College is 344th of 402 among all-through schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).