Birmingham Independent College vs Holte School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 375 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birmingham Independent College
Birmingham · Independent secondary · Ages 14–25
12 students
Holte School
Birmingham · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,127 students
| Measure | Birmingham Independent College Birmingham, West Midlands | Holte School Birmingham, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | – Not rated | 17 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #440 of 493 |
| National rank | – | #3748 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Independent | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 14–25 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 12 | 1,127 |
| Pupils on roll | 12 | 1,127 |
| Free school meals | – | 68% |
| Capacity filled | 24% | 97.2% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | 39.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | 23.8% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | 44.6% |
| EBacc average points | – | 3.44 |
| A level points per entry | – | 25.3 |
| town | Birmingham | Birmingham |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.bicollege.org | www.holte.bham.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Holte School is the larger school with 1,127 students compared with 12.
- •Birmingham Independent College is a independent school while Holte School is a local authority school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Birmingham Independent College better than Holte School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (England). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Birmingham Independent College and Holte School?
About 375 m in a straight line, between Birmingham and Birmingham in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Birmingham Independent College: 12. Holte School: 1,127. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Birmingham Independent College and Holte School rank in West Midlands?
Birmingham Independent College is unranked and Holte School is 440th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).