Parkwall Primary School vs Sir Bernard Lovell Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 999 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkwall Primary School
Bristol · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
142 students
Sir Bernard Lovell Academy
Bristol · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,268 students
| Measure | Parkwall Primary School Bristol, South West | Sir Bernard Lovell Academy Bristol, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 17 Lower 50% | 49 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1599 of 1,695 | #201 of 402 |
| National rank | #14507 of 15,697 | #2018 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 142 | 1,268 |
| Pupils on roll | 142 | 1,268 |
| Free school meals | 50.7% | 18% |
| Capacity filled | 67.6% | 90% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 53% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 44.5 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 43.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 66.2% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.74 |
| A level points per entry | – | 24.5 |
| town | Bristol | Bristol |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.parkwallprimaryschool.co.uk | www.sblacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Sir Bernard Lovell Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.0 vs 16.5).
- •Sir Bernard Lovell Academy is the larger school with 1,268 students compared with 142.
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 Parkwall Primary School better than Sir Bernard Lovell Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Sir Bernard Lovell Academy ranks higher (49.0 vs 16.5 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 Parkwall Primary School and Sir Bernard Lovell Academy?
About 999 m in a straight line, between Bristol and Bristol in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Parkwall Primary School: 142. Sir Bernard Lovell Academy: 1,268. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Parkwall Primary School and Sir Bernard Lovell Academy rank in South West?
Parkwall Primary School is 1599th of 1,695 and Sir Bernard Lovell Academy is 201st of 402 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).