Orchard School Bristol vs Trinity Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in South West, England, 1.7 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orchard School Bristol
Bristol · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
942 students
Trinity Academy
Bristol · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,062 students
| Measure | Orchard School Bristol Bristol, South West | Trinity Academy Bristol, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #230 of 402 | #94 of 402 |
| National rank | #2233 of 4,090 | #1132 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 942 | 1,062 |
| Pupils on roll | 942 | 1,062 |
| Free school meals | 43.5% | 33.8% |
| Capacity filled | 87.2% | 87% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.7 | 52.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 48.6% | 57.7% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 65% | 74% |
| EBacc average points | 4.10 | 4.72 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Bristol | Bristol |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.orchard.amplifyeducation.co.uk/ | www.trinityacademybristol.org |
The verdict
- •Trinity Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (67.6 vs 44.9).
- •Trinity Academy is the larger school with 1,062 students compared with 942.
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 Orchard School Bristol better than Trinity Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Trinity Academy ranks higher (67.6 vs 44.9 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 Orchard School Bristol and Trinity Academy?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Orchard School Bristol: 942. Trinity Academy: 1,062. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Orchard School Bristol and Trinity Academy rank in South West?
Orchard School Bristol is 230th of 402 and Trinity Academy is 94th of 402 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).