Great Wishford CofE (VA) Primary School vs Sarum Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 5.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Great Wishford CofE (VA) Primary School
Salisbury · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
55 students
Sarum Academy
Salisbury · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
747 students
| Measure | Great Wishford CofE (VA) Primary School Salisbury, South West | Sarum Academy Salisbury, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 13 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #368 of 402 |
| National rank | – | #3605 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 55 | 747 |
| Pupils on roll | 55 | 747 |
| Free school meals | 21.8% | 39.4% |
| Capacity filled | 52.4% | 65% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 33.7 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 23.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 43.1% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.75 |
| A level points per entry | – | 31.1 |
| town | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.greatwishfordschool.co.uk | www.sarumacademy.org/ |
The verdict
- •Sarum Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (19.3 vs 13.1).
- •Sarum Academy is the larger school with 747 students compared with 55.
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 Great Wishford CofE (VA) Primary School better than Sarum Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Sarum Academy ranks higher (19.3 vs 13.1 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 Great Wishford CofE (VA) Primary School and Sarum Academy?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Great Wishford CofE (VA) Primary School: 55. Sarum Academy: 747. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Great Wishford CofE (VA) Primary School and Sarum Academy rank in South West?
Great Wishford CofE (VA) Primary School is unranked and Sarum Academy is 368th of 402 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).