Marlborough Primary Academy vs UTC Plymouth
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 614 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marlborough Primary Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
103 students
UTC Plymouth
Plymouth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–19
594 students
| Measure | Marlborough Primary Academy Plymouth, South West | UTC Plymouth Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 33 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1267 of 1,695 | #356 of 402 |
| National rank | #11566 of 15,697 | #3502 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–19 |
| Students | 103 | 594 |
| Pupils on roll | 103 | 594 |
| Free school meals | 46.6% | 45.9% |
| Capacity filled | 42.2% | 79.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 56% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 8% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 36.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 33.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 54.8% |
| EBacc average points | – | 2.76 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.marlboroughacademy.org/ | www.utcplymouth.org |
The verdict
- •Marlborough Primary Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (33.3 vs 20.5).
- •UTC Plymouth is the larger school with 594 students compared with 103.
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 Marlborough Primary Academy better than UTC Plymouth?
On the Success Index (England), Marlborough Primary Academy ranks higher (33.3 vs 20.5 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 Marlborough Primary Academy and UTC Plymouth?
About 614 m in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Marlborough Primary Academy: 103. UTC Plymouth: 594. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Marlborough Primary Academy and UTC Plymouth rank in South West?
Marlborough Primary Academy is 1267th of 1,695 and UTC Plymouth is 356th of 402 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).