Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College vs Old Swinford Hospital
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 30 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College
Worcester · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–16
1,036 students
Old Swinford Hospital
Stourbridge · Local authority secondary · Ages 11–18
1,036 students
| Measure | Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College Worcester, West Midlands | Old Swinford Hospital Stourbridge, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 78 Top 25% | 85 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #50 of 493 | #32 of 493 |
| National rank | #680 of 4,090 | #435 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Local authority | Local authority |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–16 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,036 | 1,036 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,036 | 1,036 |
| Free school meals | 19.9% | 5.5% |
| Capacity filled | 98.7% | 86.3% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 53.1 | 59.0 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 58.6% | 71% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 76.8% | 86% |
| EBacc average points | 4.40 | 4.99 |
| A level points per entry | – | 32.2 |
| town | Worcester | Stourbridge |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.blessededward.co.uk | www.oshsch.com |
The verdict
- •Old Swinford Hospital scores higher on the Success Index (England) (85.1 vs 78.1).
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 Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College better than Old Swinford Hospital?
On the Success Index (England), Old Swinford Hospital ranks higher (85.1 vs 78.1 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 Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College and Old Swinford Hospital?
About 30 km in a straight line, between Worcester and Stourbridge in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College: 1,036. Old Swinford Hospital: 1,036. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College and Old Swinford Hospital rank in West Midlands?
Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College is 50th of 493 and Old Swinford Hospital is 32nd of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).