Goosewell Primary Academy vs Pomphlett Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Goosewell Primary Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
394 students
Pomphlett Primary School
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
404 students
| Measure | Goosewell Primary Academy Plymouth, South West | Pomphlett Primary School Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 61 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #580 of 1,695 | #723 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #5563 of 15,697 | #6844 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 394 | 404 |
| Pupils on roll | 394 | 404 |
| Free school meals | 11.9% | 11.9% |
| Capacity filled | 62.5% | 96.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 71% | 63% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 5% | 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.goosewell.plymouth.sch.uk | www.pomphlettprimary.com |
The verdict
- •Goosewell Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (61.4 vs 55.3).
- •Goosewell Primary Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (71% vs 63%).
- •Pomphlett Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (8% vs 5%).
- •Pomphlett Primary School is the larger school with 404 students compared with 394.
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 Goosewell Primary Academy better than Pomphlett Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Goosewell Primary Academy ranks higher (61.4 vs 55.3 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 Goosewell Primary Academy and Pomphlett Primary School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Goosewell Primary Academy: 394. Pomphlett Primary School: 404. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Goosewell Primary Academy and Pomphlett Primary School rank in South West?
Goosewell Primary Academy is 580th of 1,695 and Pomphlett Primary School is 723rd of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).