Minehead Middle School vs West Somerset College
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 780 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Minehead Middle School
Minehead · Academy secondary · Ages 9–13
570 students
West Somerset College
Minehead · Academy secondary · Ages 13–19
745 students
| Measure | Minehead Middle School Minehead, South West | West Somerset College Minehead, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 16 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #381 of 402 | #288 of 402 |
| National rank | #3767 of 4,090 | #2706 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 9–13 | Ages 13–19 |
| Students | 570 | 745 |
| Pupils on roll | 570 | 745 |
| Free school meals | 26.7% | 26.2% |
| Capacity filled | 88% | 49.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 27% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 1% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 41.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 32.6% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 54.9% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.41 |
| A level points per entry | – | 28.4 |
| town | Minehead | Minehead |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.mineheadmiddleschool.co.uk | www.westsomersetcollege.org/ |
The verdict
- •West Somerset College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (34.9 vs 16.0).
- •West Somerset College is the larger school with 745 students compared with 570.
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 Minehead Middle School better than West Somerset College?
On the Success Index (England), West Somerset College ranks higher (34.9 vs 16.0 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 Minehead Middle School and West Somerset College?
About 780 m in a straight line, between Minehead and Minehead in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Minehead Middle School: 570. West Somerset College: 745. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Minehead Middle School and West Somerset College rank in South West?
Minehead Middle School is 381st of 402 and West Somerset College is 288th of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).