Bristnall Hall Academy vs Hagley Catholic High School
A head-to-head comparison of two secondary schools in West Midlands, England, 13 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bristnall Hall Academy
Oldbury · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,088 students
Hagley Catholic High School
Hagley · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
1,088 students
| Measure | Bristnall Hall Academy Oldbury, West Midlands | Hagley Catholic High School Hagley, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 49 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| Region rank | #185 of 493 | #69 of 493 |
| National rank | #1997 of 4,090 | #909 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | Secondary |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 11–18 |
| Students | 1,088 | 1,088 |
| Pupils on roll | 1,088 | 1,088 |
| Free school meals | 38.3% | 17.2% |
| Capacity filled | 107.7% | 91.4% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 48.1 | 50.3 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 38.3% | 52.2% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 67.8% | 79.6% |
| EBacc average points | 4.45 | 4.56 |
| A level points per entry | – | 36.7 |
| town | Oldbury | Hagley |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.bristnallhallacademy.attrust.org.uk/ | www.hagleyrc.worcs.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Hagley Catholic High School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (72.5 vs 49.3).
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 Bristnall Hall Academy better than Hagley Catholic High School?
On the Success Index (England), Hagley Catholic High School ranks higher (72.5 vs 49.3 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 Bristnall Hall Academy and Hagley Catholic High School?
About 13 km in a straight line, between Oldbury and Hagley in West Midlands.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bristnall Hall Academy: 1,088. Hagley Catholic High School: 1,088. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bristnall Hall Academy and Hagley Catholic High School rank in West Midlands?
Bristnall Hall Academy is 185th of 493 and Hagley Catholic High School is 69th of 493 among secondary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).