Oreston Community Academy vs St Michael's Church of England Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 88 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
St Michael's Church of England Primary School
Helston · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
330 students
| Measure | Oreston Community Academy Plymouth, South West | St Michael's Church of England Primary School Helston, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 36 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1201 of 1,695 | #1310 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #11043 of 15,697 | #11896 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 331 | 330 |
| Pupils on roll | 331 | 330 |
| Free school meals | 9.7% | 25.5% |
| Capacity filled | 78.8% | 78.6% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 51% | 53% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 3% | 5% |
| 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 | Plymouth | Helston |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.orestonacademy.com | www.st-michaels.cornwall.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Oreston Community Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (36.0 vs 31.7).
- •St Michael's Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (53% vs 51%).
- •St Michael's Church of England Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (5% vs 3%).
- •Oreston Community Academy is the larger school with 331 students compared with 330.
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 St Michael's Church of England Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Oreston Community Academy ranks higher (36.0 vs 31.7 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 St Michael's Church of England Primary School?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Plymouth and Helston in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Oreston Community Academy: 331. St Michael's Church of England Primary School: 330. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Oreston Community Academy and St Michael's Church of England Primary School rank in South West?
Oreston Community Academy is 1201st of 1,695 and St Michael's Church of England Primary School is 1310th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).