Marshwood CofE Primary Academy vs Milborne St Andrew First School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 42 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshwood CofE Primary Academy
Bridport · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
43 students
Milborne St Andrew First School
Blandford Forum · Academy primary · Ages 4–9
43 students
| Measure | Marshwood CofE Primary Academy Bridport, South West | Milborne St Andrew First School Blandford Forum, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–9 |
| Students | 43 | 43 |
| Pupils on roll | 43 | 43 |
| Free school meals | 23.3% | 27.9% |
| Capacity filled | 61.4% | 37.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 38% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 13% | – |
| 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 | Bridport | Blandford Forum |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.marshwood.dorset.sch.uk/ | www.milborne.wessex.ac |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (34.7 vs 35.5).
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 Marshwood CofE Primary Academy better than Milborne St Andrew First 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 Marshwood CofE Primary Academy and Milborne St Andrew First School?
About 42 km in a straight line, between Bridport and Blandford Forum in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Marshwood CofE Primary Academy: 43. Milborne St Andrew First School: 43. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Marshwood CofE Primary Academy and Milborne St Andrew First School rank in South West?
Marshwood CofE Primary Academy is unranked and Milborne St Andrew First School is unranked among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).