Mercia Academy vs The Pingle Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in East Midlands, England, 1.3 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mercia Academy
Swadlincote · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
592 students
The Pingle Academy
Swadlincote · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,363 students
| Measure | Mercia Academy Swadlincote, East Midlands | The Pingle Academy Swadlincote, East Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 13 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #315 of 329 | #242 of 329 |
| National rank | #3873 of 4,090 | #3036 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 592 | 1,363 |
| Pupils on roll | 592 | 1,363 |
| Free school meals | 48.3% | 35.4% |
| Capacity filled | 78.9% | 99.1% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 32.6 | 39.2 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 23.2% | 37.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 36.6% | 58.5% |
| EBacc average points | 2.64 | 3.28 |
| A level points per entry | – | 28.2 |
| town | Swadlincote | Swadlincote |
| region | East Midlands | East Midlands |
| Website | www.merciaacademy.org.uk | www.pingleacademy.com |
The verdict
- •The Pingle Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (28.6 vs 13.1).
- •The Pingle Academy is the larger school with 1,363 students compared with 592.
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 Mercia Academy better than The Pingle Academy?
On the Success Index (England), The Pingle Academy ranks higher (28.6 vs 13.1 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 Mercia Academy and The Pingle Academy?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Swadlincote and Swadlincote in East Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Mercia Academy: 592. The Pingle Academy: 1,363. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Mercia Academy and The Pingle Academy rank in East Midlands?
Mercia Academy is 315th of 329 and The Pingle Academy is 242nd of 329 among secondary schools in East Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).