Lipson Co-operative Academy vs Saltash Community School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 7.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lipson Co-operative Academy
Plymouth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,131 students
Saltash Community School
Saltash · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,139 students
| Measure | Lipson Co-operative Academy Plymouth, South West | Saltash Community School Saltash, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 38 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #271 of 402 | #276 of 402 |
| National rank | #2576 of 4,090 | #2605 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,131 | 1,139 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,131 | 1,139 |
| Free school meals | 43.1% | 29.7% |
| Capacity filled | 98.3% | 83% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 43.5 | 42.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 41.8% | 39.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.8% | 59.7% |
| EBacc average points | 3.57 | 3.57 |
| A level points per entry | 31.2 | 23.9 |
| town | Plymouth | Saltash |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.lipsonco-operativeacademy.coop/ | saltash.net/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (37.6 vs 37.0).
- •Saltash Community School is the larger school with 1,139 students compared with 1,131.
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 Lipson Co-operative Academy better than Saltash Community School?
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 Lipson Co-operative Academy and Saltash Community School?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Saltash in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Lipson Co-operative Academy: 1,131. Saltash Community School: 1,139. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Lipson Co-operative Academy and Saltash Community School rank in South West?
Lipson Co-operative Academy is 271st of 402 and Saltash Community School is 276th of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).