Buildwas Academy vs Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge CofE Primary Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in West Midlands, England, 3.0 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buildwas Academy
Telford · Academy primary · Ages 3–11
54 students
Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge CofE Primary Academy
Telford · Academy primary · Ages 5–11
| Measure | Buildwas Academy Telford, West Midlands | Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge CofE Primary Academy Telford, West Midlands |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 11 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| Region rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 3–11 | Ages 5–11 |
| Students | 54 | – |
| Pupils on roll | 54 | – |
| Free school meals | 31.5% | – |
| Capacity filled | 51.4% | – |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 33% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| 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 | Telford | Telford |
| region | West Midlands | West Midlands |
| Website | www.buildwasacademy.com | www.coalbrookdaleschool.org.uk |
The verdict
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 Buildwas Academy better than Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge CofE Primary Academy?
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 Buildwas Academy and Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge CofE Primary Academy?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Telford and Telford in West Midlands.
How do Buildwas Academy and Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge CofE Primary Academy rank in West Midlands?
Buildwas Academy is unranked and Coalbrookdale and Ironbridge CofE Primary Academy is unranked among primary schools in West Midlands on the 2025 Success Index (England).