Arrow Valley First School vs Ipsley CofE Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in West Midlands, England, 477 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arrow Valley First School
Redditch · Academy primary · Ages 3–9
137 students
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Redditch · Academy secondary · Ages 9–13
640 students
| Measure | Arrow Valley First School Redditch, West Midlands | Ipsley CofE Middle School Redditch, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 31 Lower 50% | 49 Top 50% |
| Region rank | #1262 of 1,690 | #190 of 493 |
| National rank | #12057 of 15,697 | #2022 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 3–9 | Ages 9–13 |
| Students | 137 | 640 |
| Pupils on roll | 137 | 640 |
| Free school meals | 30.8% | 33% |
| Capacity filled | 58.5% | 106.7% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 59% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 11% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Redditch | Redditch |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.arrowvalleyfirstschool.co.uk | www.ipsleyschool.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Ipsley CofE Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (48.8 vs 30.8).
- •Ipsley CofE Middle School is the larger school with 640 students compared with 137.
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 Arrow Valley First School better than Ipsley CofE Middle School?
On the Success Index (England), Ipsley CofE Middle School ranks higher (48.8 vs 30.8 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 Arrow Valley First School and Ipsley CofE Middle School?
About 477 m in a straight line, between Redditch and Redditch in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Arrow Valley First School: 137. Ipsley CofE Middle School: 640. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Arrow Valley First School and Ipsley CofE Middle School rank in West Midlands?
Arrow Valley First School is 1262nd of 1,690 and Ipsley CofE Middle School is 190th of 493 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).