Ark Kings Academy vs Oldbury Wells School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 37 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ark Kings Academy
Birmingham · Academy all-through · Ages 3–18
739 students
Oldbury Wells School
Bridgnorth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
740 students
| Measure | Ark Kings Academy Birmingham, West Midlands | Oldbury Wells School Bridgnorth, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 39 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #270 of 493 | #154 of 493 |
| National rank | #2525 of 4,090 | #1717 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | All-through | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–18 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 739 | 740 |
| Pupils on roll | 739 | 740 |
| Free school meals | 70.1% | 21.1% |
| Capacity filled | 68.4% | 72.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 69% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 9% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 36.5 | 44.9 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 24.2% | 44% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 46.7% | 66.4% |
| EBacc average points | 3.04 | 3.89 |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Birmingham | Bridgnorth |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | arkkingsacademy.org | www.oldburywells.com |
The verdict
- •Oldbury Wells School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (55.0 vs 38.6).
- •Oldbury Wells School is the larger school with 740 students compared with 739.
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 Ark Kings Academy better than Oldbury Wells School?
On the Success Index (England), Oldbury Wells School ranks higher (55.0 vs 38.6 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 Ark Kings Academy and Oldbury Wells School?
About 37 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Bridgnorth in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Ark Kings Academy: 739. Oldbury Wells School: 740. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Ark Kings Academy and Oldbury Wells School rank in West Midlands?
Ark Kings Academy is 270th of 493 and Oldbury Wells School is 154th of 493 among all-through schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).