Minchinhampton Primary Academy vs The Acorn School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 2.4 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Minchinhampton Primary Academy
Stroud · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
260 students
The Acorn School
Stroud · Independent all-through · Ages 6–18
87 students
| Measure | Minchinhampton Primary Academy Stroud, South West | The Acorn School Stroud, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 69 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #407 of 1,695 | – |
| National rank | #4013 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Independent |
| Type | Primary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 6–18 |
| Students | 260 | 87 |
| Pupils on roll | 260 | 87 |
| Free school meals | 14.9% | – |
| Capacity filled | 86.7% | 70.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 73% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 10% | – |
| 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 | Stroud | Stroud |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.minchacademy.net | www.theacornschool.com |
The verdict
- •Minchinhampton Primary Academy is the larger school with 260 students compared with 87.
- •Minchinhampton Primary Academy is a academy school while The Acorn School is a independent school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Minchinhampton Primary Academy better than The Acorn 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 Minchinhampton Primary Academy and The Acorn School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Stroud and Stroud in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Minchinhampton Primary Academy: 260. The Acorn School: 87. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Minchinhampton Primary Academy and The Acorn School rank in South West?
Minchinhampton Primary Academy is 407th of 1,695 and The Acorn School is unranked among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).