Shiphay Learning Academy vs Torquay Boys' Grammar School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in South West, England, 720 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Shiphay Learning Academy
Torquay · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
373 students
Torquay Boys' Grammar School
Torquay · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,087 students
| Measure | Shiphay Learning Academy Torquay, South West | Torquay Boys' Grammar School Torquay, South West |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 52 Top 50% | 92 Top 10% |
| Region rank | #818 of 1,695 | #21 of 402 |
| National rank | #7630 of 15,697 | #218 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 373 | 1,087 |
| Pupils on roll | 373 | 1,087 |
| Free school meals | 17.9% | 6% |
| Capacity filled | 88.8% | 93.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 66% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 6% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 70.8 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 93.4% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 98.8% |
| EBacc average points | – | 6.55 |
| A level points per entry | – | 35.6 |
| town | Torquay | Torquay |
| region | South West | South West |
| Website | www.shiphay.com | www.tbgs.co.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Torquay Boys' Grammar School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (92.0 vs 51.7).
- •Torquay Boys' Grammar School is the larger school with 1,087 students compared with 373.
- •Shiphay Learning Academy is co-educational and Torquay Boys' Grammar School is boys.
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 Shiphay Learning Academy better than Torquay Boys' Grammar School?
On the Success Index (England), Torquay Boys' Grammar School ranks higher (92.0 vs 51.7 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 Shiphay Learning Academy and Torquay Boys' Grammar School?
About 720 m in a straight line, between Torquay and Torquay in South West.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Shiphay Learning Academy: 373. Torquay Boys' Grammar School: 1,087. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Shiphay Learning Academy and Torquay Boys' Grammar School rank in South West?
Shiphay Learning Academy is 818th of 1,695 and Torquay Boys' Grammar School is 21st of 402 among primary schools in South West on the 2025 Success Index (England).