Aston University Engineering Academy vs The Link Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 14 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aston University Engineering Academy
Birmingham · Academy secondary · Ages 13–19
1,010 students
The Link Academy
Dudley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–16
1,013 students
| Measure | Aston University Engineering Academy Birmingham, West Midlands | The Link Academy Dudley, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 41 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #247 of 493 | #373 of 493 |
| National rank | #2406 of 4,090 | #3200 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 13–19 | Ages 11–16 |
| Students | 1,010 | 1,013 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,010 | 1,013 |
| Free school meals | 42.3% | 51.2% |
| Capacity filled | 168.3% | 96.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 44.1 | 40.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 48.1% | 32.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 72.8% | 56.9% |
| EBacc average points | 3.60 | 3.48 |
| A level points per entry | 29.9 | – |
| town | Birmingham | Dudley |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.auea.co.uk | www.thelinkacademy.org.uk |
The verdict
- •Aston University Engineering Academy scores higher on the Success Index (England) (41.0 vs 24.8).
- •The Link Academy is the larger school with 1,013 students compared with 1,010.
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 University Engineering Academy better than The Link Academy?
On the Success Index (England), Aston University Engineering Academy ranks higher (41.0 vs 24.8 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 Aston University Engineering Academy and The Link Academy?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Birmingham and Dudley in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Aston University Engineering Academy: 1,010. The Link Academy: 1,013. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Aston University Engineering Academy and The Link Academy rank in West Midlands?
Aston University Engineering Academy is 247th of 493 and The Link Academy is 373rd of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).