Pilton Infants' Academy vs Roundswell Community Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in South West, England, 3.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pilton Infants' Academy
Barnstaple · Academy primary · Ages 4–7
172 students
Roundswell Community Primary Academy
Barnstaple · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
345 students
| Measure | Pilton Infants' Academy Barnstaple, South West | Roundswell Community Primary Academy Barnstaple, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #876 of 1,695 | #1146 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #8141 of 15,697 | #10544 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–7 | Ages 3–11 |
| Students | 172 | 345 |
| Pupils on roll | 172 | 345 |
| Free school meals | 20.9% | 26.4% |
| Capacity filled | 95.6% | 75.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| 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 | Barnstaple |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.pilton-inf.devon.sch.uk/ | www.roundswellprimary.devon.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Pilton Infants' Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.4 vs 38.2).
- •Roundswell Community Primary Academy is the larger school with 345 students compared with 172.
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 Infants' Academy better than Roundswell Community Primary Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Pilton Infants' Academy ranks higher (49.4 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 Infants' Academy and Roundswell Community Primary Academy?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Barnstaple and Barnstaple in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Pilton Infants' Academy: 172. Roundswell Community Primary Academy: 345. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Pilton Infants' Academy and Roundswell Community Primary Academy rank in South West?
Pilton Infants' Academy is 876th of 1,695 and Roundswell Community Primary Academy is 1146th of 1,695 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).