Marine Academy Primary vs Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 366 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marine Academy Primary
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
506 students
Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 2–7
165 students
| Measure | Marine Academy Primary Plymouth, South West | Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 85 Top 10% | 40 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #134 of 1,695 | #1107 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #1407 of 15,697 | #10177 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 2–7 |
| Students | 506 | 165 |
| Pupils on roll | 506 | 165 |
| Free school meals | 21.7% | 25.5% |
| Capacity filled | 97.7% | 91.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 88% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 22% | – |
| 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.marineacademy.org.uk/primary | www.plaistowhill.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Marine Academy Primary scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.2 vs 39.9).
- •Marine Academy Primary is the larger school with 506 students compared with 165.
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 Marine Academy Primary better than Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School?
On the Success Index (England), Marine Academy Primary ranks higher (85.2 vs 39.9 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 Marine Academy Primary and Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School?
About 366 m in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Marine Academy Primary: 506. Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School: 165. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Marine Academy Primary and Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School rank in South West?
Marine Academy Primary is 134th of 1,695 and Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School is 1107th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).