Arena Academy vs Fortis Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 695 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arena Academy
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
969 students
Fortis Academy
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,210 students
| Measure | Arena Academy Birmingham, West Midlands | Fortis Academy Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 41 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #252 of 493 | #419 of 493 |
| National rank | #2436 of 4,090 | #3577 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 969 | 1,210 |
| Pupils on roll | 969 | 1,210 |
| Free school meals | 41.5% | 54.6% |
| Capacity filled | 107.7% | 57% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.5 | 37.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 39.9% | 27.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 62.7% | 49.1% |
| EBacc average points | 3.71 | 3.14 |
| A level points per entry | – | 30.6 |
| town | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | corearena.academy | fortisacademy.org.uk/ |
The verdict
- •Arena Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (40.5 vs 19.6).
- •Fortis Academy is the larger school with 1,210 students compared with 969.
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 Arena Academy better than Fortis Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Arena Academy ranks higher (40.5 vs 19.6 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 Arena Academy and Fortis Academy?
About 695 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arena Academy: 969. Fortis Academy: 1,210. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arena Academy and Fortis Academy rank in West Midlands?
Arena Academy is 252nd of 493 and Fortis Academy is 419th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).