Pilton Community College vs Roundswell Community Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 3.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pilton Community College
Barnstaple · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,165 students
Roundswell Community Primary Academy
Barnstaple · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
345 students
| Measure | Pilton Community College Barnstaple, South West | Roundswell Community Primary Academy Barnstaple, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 53 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #171 of 402 | #1146 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #1808 of 4,090 | #10544 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 1,165 | 345 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,165 | 345 |
| Free school meals | 30.1% | 26.4% |
| Capacity filled | 86.3% | 75.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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.piltoncollege.org.uk | www.roundswellprimary.devon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Pilton Community College scores higher on the Success Index (England) (53.4 vs 38.2).
- •Pilton Community College is the larger school with 1,165 students compared with 345.
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 Community College better than Roundswell Community Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Pilton Community College ranks higher (53.4 vs 38.2 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 Community College and Roundswell Community Primary Academy?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Barnstaple and Barnstaple in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Pilton Community College: 1,165. Roundswell Community Primary Academy: 345. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Pilton Community College and Roundswell Community Primary Academy rank in South West?
Pilton Community College is 171st of 402 and Roundswell Community Primary Academy is 1146th of 1,695 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).