Sarum Academy vs Woodlands Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 519 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sarum Academy
Salisbury · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
747 students
Woodlands Primary School
Salisbury · Local authority primary · Ages 2–11
193 students
| Measure | Sarum Academy Salisbury, South West | Woodlands Primary School Salisbury, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 19 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #368 of 402 | #1555 of 1,695 |
| National rank | #3605 of 4,090 | #13975 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 747 | 193 |
| Pupils on roll | 747 | 193 |
| Free school meals | 39.4% | 58.3% |
| Capacity filled | 65% | 73.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 50% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 4% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 33.7 | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 23.9% | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 43.1% | – |
| EBacc average points | 2.75 | – |
| A level points per entry | 31.1 | – |
| town | Salisbury | Salisbury |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.sarumacademy.org/ | www.woodlands.wilts.sch.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (England) scores (19.3 vs 20.1).
- •Sarum Academy is the larger school with 747 students compared with 193.
- •Sarum Academy is a academy school while Woodlands Primary School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Sarum Academy better than Woodlands Primary 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 Sarum Academy and Woodlands Primary School?
About 519 m in a straight line, between Salisbury and Salisbury in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Sarum Academy: 747. Woodlands Primary School: 193. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Sarum Academy and Woodlands Primary School rank in South West?
Sarum Academy is 368th of 402 and Woodlands Primary School is 1555th of 1,695 among secondary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).