Priorswood Primary School vs Pyrland School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 1.1 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Priorswood Primary School
Taunton · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
211 students
Pyrland School
Taunton · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
| Measure | Priorswood Primary School Taunton, South West | Pyrland School Taunton, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 22 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | #1517 of 1,695 | – |
| National rank | #13654 of 15,697 | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 2–11 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 211 | – |
| Pupils on roll | 211 | – |
| Free school meals | 30.8% | – |
| Capacity filled | 100.5% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 44% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 4% | – |
| 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 | Taunton | Taunton |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.priorswoodprimaryschool.clf.uk | www.pyrlandschool.com |
The verdict
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 Priorswood Primary School better than Pyrland School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Priorswood Primary School and Pyrland School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Taunton and Taunton in South West.
How do Priorswood Primary School and Pyrland School rank in South West?
Priorswood Primary School is 1517th of 1,695 and Pyrland School is unranked among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).