Bentley West Primary School vs Lodge Farm Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 752 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bentley West Primary School
Walsall · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
436 students
Lodge Farm Primary School
Willenhall · Academy primary · Ages 2–11
376 students
| Measure | Bentley West Primary School Walsall, West Midlands | Lodge Farm Primary School Willenhall, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 13 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | #1584 of 1,690 | #1460 of 1,690 |
| National rank | #14929 of 15,697 | #13768 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 2–11 |
| Students | 436 | 376 |
| Pupils on roll | 436 | 376 |
| Free school meals | 43.3% | 42.1% |
| Capacity filled | 88.3% | 89.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 38% | 39% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 2% | 7% |
| 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 | Walsall | Willenhall |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.bentley-west.org.uk | www.lodgefarmprimary.co.uk |
The verdict
- •Lodge Farm Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (21.4 vs 13.0).
- •Lodge Farm Primary School does better on ks2: reading, writing & maths expected standard (39% vs 38%).
- •Lodge Farm Primary School does better on ks2: higher standard (7% vs 2%).
- •Bentley West Primary School is the larger school with 436 students compared with 376.
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 Bentley West Primary School better than Lodge Farm Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Lodge Farm Primary School ranks higher (21.4 vs 13.0 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 Bentley West Primary School and Lodge Farm Primary School?
About 752 m in a straight line, between Walsall and Willenhall in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bentley West Primary School: 436. Lodge Farm Primary School: 376. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bentley West Primary School and Lodge Farm Primary School rank in West Midlands?
Bentley West Primary School is 1584th of 1,690 and Lodge Farm Primary School is 1460th of 1,690 among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).