Holyrood Academy vs St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 4.8 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Holyrood Academy
Chard · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,282 students
St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy
Axminster · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
120 students
| Measure | Holyrood Academy Chard, South West | St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy Axminster, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #294 of 402 | #1299 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #2722 of 4,090 | #11799 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 1,282 | 120 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,282 | 120 |
| Free school meals | 27.4% | 5.7% |
| Capacity filled | 98.6% | 77.9% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 50% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 0% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 42.4 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 29.7% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 56% | – |
| EBacc average points | 3.65 | – |
| A level points per entry | 27.0 | – |
| town | Chard | Axminster |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.holyroodacademy.com | standrews.devon.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Holyrood Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.5 vs 32.2).
- •Holyrood Academy is the larger school with 1,282 students compared with 120.
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 Holyrood Academy better than St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Holyrood Academy ranks higher (34.5 vs 32.2 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 Holyrood Academy and St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Chard and Axminster in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Holyrood Academy: 1,282. St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy: 120. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Holyrood Academy and St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy rank in South West?
Holyrood Academy is 294th of 402 and St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy is 1299th of 1,695 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).