IKB Academy vs Somerset Studio School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 14 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
IKB Academy
Bristol · Academy secondary · Ages 14–19
136 students
Somerset Studio School
Radstock · Academy secondary · Ages 14–19
152 students
| Measure | IKB Academy Bristol, South West | Somerset Studio School Radstock, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #306 of 402 | #361 of 402 |
| National rank | #2933 of 4,090 | #3550 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 14–19 | Ages 14–19 |
| Students | 136 | 152 |
| Pupils on roll | 136 | 152 |
| Free school meals | 26.3% | 28% |
| Capacity filled | 45.3% | 60.8% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 38.3 | 30.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 31.7% | 12.5% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 53.3% | 31.3% |
| EBacc average points | 3.02 | 2.13 |
| A level points per entry | 29.4 | – |
| town | Bristol | Radstock |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.ikbacademy.org.uk | www.somersetstudioschool.com |
The verdict
- •IKB Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (30.6 vs 19.9).
- •Somerset Studio School is the larger school with 152 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 IKB Academy better than Somerset Studio School?
On the Success Index (England), IKB Academy ranks higher (30.6 vs 19.9 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 IKB Academy and Somerset Studio School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Radstock in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
IKB Academy: 136. Somerset Studio School: 152. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do IKB Academy and Somerset Studio School rank in South West?
IKB Academy is 306th of 402 and Somerset Studio School is 361st of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).