Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy vs Pilton Community College
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 355 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy
Barnstaple · Academy primary · Ages 7–11
261 students
Pilton Community College
Barnstaple · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,165 students
| Measure | Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy Barnstaple, South West | Pilton Community College Barnstaple, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #985 of 1,695 | #171 of 402 |
| National rank | #9097 of 15,697 | #1808 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 261 | 1,165 |
| Pupils on roll | 261 | 1,165 |
| Free school meals | 23.8% | 30.1% |
| Capacity filled | 98.9% | 86.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 46.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 45.3% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 67.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 4.10 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Barnstaple | Barnstaple |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.piltonbluecoat.devon.sch.uk/ | www.piltoncollege.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Pilton Community College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (53.4 vs 44.9).
- •Pilton Community College is the larger school with 1,165 students compared with 261.
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 Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy better than Pilton Community College?
On the Success Index (England), Pilton Community College ranks higher (53.4 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 Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy and Pilton Community College?
About 355 m in a straight line, between Barnstaple and Barnstaple in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy: 261. Pilton Community College: 1,165. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy and Pilton Community College rank in South West?
Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy is 985th of 1,695 and Pilton Community College is 171st of 402 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).