Oreston Community Academy vs Plymstock School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oreston Community Academy
Plymouth · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
331 students
Plymstock School
Plymouth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,515 students
| Measure | Oreston Community Academy Plymouth, South West | Plymstock School Plymouth, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 36 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1201 of 1,695 | #117 of 402 |
| National rank | #11043 of 15,697 | #1344 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 331 | 1,515 |
| Pupils on roll | 331 | 1,515 |
| Free school meals | 9.7% | 21.3% |
| Capacity filled | 78.8% | 90.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 51% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 47.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 50.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 72.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.21 |
| A level points per entry | – | 35.2 |
| town | Plymouth | Plymouth |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.orestonacademy.com | www.plymstockschool.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Plymstock School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (63.0 vs 36.0).
- •Plymstock School is the larger school with 1,515 students compared with 331.
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 Oreston Community Academy better than Plymstock School?
On the Success Index (England), Plymstock School ranks higher (63.0 vs 36.0 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 Oreston Community Academy and Plymstock School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Plymouth in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oreston Community Academy: 331. Plymstock School: 1,515. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oreston Community Academy and Plymstock School rank in South West?
Oreston Community Academy is 1201st of 1,695 and Plymstock School is 117th of 402 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).