Aston Manor Academy vs Aston University Engineering Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 812 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aston Manor Academy
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
990 students
Aston University Engineering Academy
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 13–19
1,010 students
| Measure | Aston Manor Academy Birmingham, West Midlands | Aston University Engineering Academy Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 35 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #296 of 493 | #247 of 493 |
| National rank | #2675 of 4,090 | #2406 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 13–19 |
| Students | 990 | 1,010 |
| Pupils on roll | 990 | 1,010 |
| Free school meals | 75.7% | 42.3% |
| Capacity filled | 104.2% | 168.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.6 | 44.1 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 40.7% | 48.1% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 62% | 72.8% |
| EBacc average points | 3.63 | 3.60 |
| A level points per entry | 31.2 | 29.9 |
| town | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.astonmanor.bham.sch.uk/ | www.auea.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Aston University Engineering Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (41.0 vs 35.4).
- •Aston University Engineering Academy is the larger school with 1,010 students compared with 990.
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 Aston Manor Academy better than Aston University Engineering Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Aston University Engineering Academy ranks higher (41.0 vs 35.4 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 Aston Manor Academy and Aston University Engineering Academy?
About 812 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aston Manor Academy: 990. Aston University Engineering Academy: 1,010. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aston Manor Academy and Aston University Engineering Academy rank in West Midlands?
Aston Manor Academy is 296th of 493 and Aston University Engineering Academy is 247th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).