Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy vs River Mead School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 138 km 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
River Mead School
Melksham · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
261 students
| Measure | Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy Barnstaple, South West | River Mead School Melksham, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 45 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #985 of 1,695 | #1574 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #9097 of 15,697 | #14189 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 7–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 261 | 261 |
| Pupils on roll | 261 | 261 |
| Free school meals | 23.8% | 45% |
| Capacity filled | 98.9% | 124.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 63% | 38% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | 6% |
| 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 | Barnstaple | Melksham |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.piltonbluecoat.devon.sch.uk/ | www.rivermead.wilts.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (44.9 vs 18.7).
- •Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (63% vs 38%).
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 River Mead School?
On the Success Index (England), Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy ranks higher (44.9 vs 18.7 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 Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy and River Mead School?
About 138 km in a straight line, between Barnstaple and Melksham in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy: 261. River Mead School: 261. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy and River Mead School rank in South West?
Pilton Bluecoat Church of England Academy is 985th of 1,695 and River Mead School is 1574th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).